Major Landmarks in the History of Rajasthan, Major Dynasties, their Administrative and Revenue System.Socio-cultural Issues.

  Rajasthan : Ancient Civilizations Different Ancient Civilizations of Rajasthan are:- Kalibangan Civilizations:- Kalibangan lies along the left bank of the dried-up bed of river Ghaggar (ancient Sarasvati and Drashdwati). Its supposed to be older then 4000 B.C. and was first discovered by Amlanand Ghosh in 1952 AD It comprises of three mounds, the larger … Read more Major Landmarks in the History of Rajasthan, Major Dynasties, their Administrative and Revenue System.Socio-cultural Issues.

Rajasthan: Worker and Peasant Movements

Rajasthan: Worker and Peasant Movements   Bijoliya Farmer Movement (1918)   The first organized, comprehensive, broad, non-violent and longest running peasant movement in the country (about 44 years) Reason – Excessive levy and unfair means Dhakad caste movement in Bijolia hideout The locator at the time of agitation – Rao Krishna Singh Mewar Maharana at … Read more Rajasthan: Worker and Peasant Movements

Freedom Movement , Political Awakening and Integration

    Revolt of 1857 in Rajasthan Rajasthan also played a main role in rebellion of 1857. Till 1818 the almost kings of rajasthan has accepted the conservation of East India Company. Main centers of rebellion:   Naseerabad    :- First place in Rajasthan to start the 1857 rebellion., Here it starts on 28 May 1857 … Read more Freedom Movement , Political Awakening and Integration

Freedom Movement , Political Awakening and Integration

    Revolt of 1857 in Rajasthan Rajasthan also played a main role in rebellion of 1857. Till 1818 the almost kings of rajasthan has accepted the conservation of East India Company. Main centers of rebellion:   Naseerabad    :- First place in Rajasthan to start the 1857 rebellion., Here it starts on 28 May 1857 … Read more Freedom Movement , Political Awakening and Integration

Integration of Rajasthan

Integration of Rajasthan         Seven Stages of formation of Rajasthan (1948-1956) S.No. Name of Group States Date of Integration 01. Matsya Union Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli 17-03-1948 02. Rajasthan Union Banswara, Bundi, Dungerpur, Jhalawar, Kishangarh, Kota, Pratapgarh, Shahpura, Tonk. 25-03-1948 03. United State of Rajasthan Udaipur also joined with the other Union … Read more Integration of Rajasthan

Rajasthan Art and Handicraft

  THEWA  ART The art of setting gold on glass is known as Thewa Art. Thewa is a rare and distinct skill of Rajasthani Rajsonia of Pratapgarh. Necklace sets,pillboxes,photoframes,pendent,earings are main products.   SANDAL WOOD CARVING Based on ivory crafts shifted to sandalwood items. Beautiful carved work and wonderful finishing makesd this craft worldwide popular. … Read more Rajasthan Art and Handicraft

Temples and Architecture of Rajasthan

Temples and Architecture of Rajasthan   The Rajasthan architecture is significantly depend on Rajput architecture school which was mixture of mughal and Hindu structural design. Grand havelis, astonishing forts and elaborately carved temples are the vital portion of architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Rajput’s carries the credit of creative builders.  Few of most striking and splendid … Read more Temples and Architecture of Rajasthan

Festivals of Rajasthan

  Holi Diwali Bhai Dooj Rakhi Dushera Muharram Hadoti Festival, Kota Braj Festival, Bharatpur Desert Festival, Jaisalmer Summer Festival, Mt. Abu Marwar Festival, Jodhpur Camel Festival, Bikaner Gangaur Festival, Jaipur Teej Festival, Jaipur Mewar Festival, Udaipur

Festivals of Rajasthan

  Holi Diwali Bhai Dooj Rakhi Dushera Muharram Hadoti Festival, Kota Braj Festival, Bharatpur Desert Festival, Jaisalmer Summer Festival, Mt. Abu Marwar Festival, Jodhpur Camel Festival, Bikaner Gangaur Festival, Jaipur Teej Festival, Jaipur Mewar Festival, Udaipur

Rajasthan : Fairs of Rajasthan for RAS (RTS) Prelims Examination

Banganga Fair:-It is said that the stream of Banganga was formed when Arjun, one of the Pandavas, shot an arrow to quench the thirst of dying Bhishma Pitamah, who was a brave warrior and had been badly wounded in the battle of Mahabharata. Chandrabagha Fair:-Thousands of devotees gather here at the time of fair to … Read more Rajasthan : Fairs of Rajasthan for RAS (RTS) Prelims Examination