Give the contribution of Jasnath.
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MAHARAJ
The traditions of Siddh religion have been collected and compiled by its followers and the work has been published under the title ‘Sabad Granth’. The compilation contains all kinds of source material related to the Siddh religion. Before these traditions were compiled in a book form, the Siddh traditions survived due to the practice of jagran where the Siddhs explained the meaning of the Jasnathi banis to their followers. It shows how carefully this religion preserved its traditions which have survived till date. Since this relihgion was popular among families, their bhats had the information of the Siddh religion which they preserved in the family records of the followers. Also, the parvanas, rukkas and sanads that were issued by the Bikaner state contain references regarding the Siddhs. This indicates the significance of the Siddhs in society. Since they constituted the tax-paying section of the population, the state recognized their status in the society. We do not find the voice of protest against any elite religious groups. To enhance their social position, the Siddhs observed cleanliness by taking a daily bath, emphasizing on vegetarianism and opposing prevalent social evils.
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shows how carefully this religion preserved its traditions which have survived till date. Since this relihgion was popular among families, their bhats had the information of the Siddh religion which they preserved in the family records of the followers. Also, the parvanas, rukkas and sanads that were issued by the Bikaner state contain references regarding the Siddhs