Question

what do you know about the rajput tradition of heroism

Answer 1

Rajput folk traditions include string puppet shows and ballads told by traveling storytellers known as bhopas. In one such ballad, Pabuji, a thirteenth-century chieftain, borrows a horse from a woman to ride to his wedding. Before he does so, ...

RELIGION: Hinduism

POPULATION: 120 million

LOCATION: India (Rajasthan state)

PRONUNCIATION: RAHJ-puts

Answer 2

In the nineteenth cebtury, the region that constitutes most of present by rajasthan , was called rajputana by the british . While this may suggest that this was an area tgat was inhabited only or naibly by rajputs , this is only partly true. There were several groups who identify themselves as rajputs in many areas of northern and central india. And of course, tgere are several peoples other tgan rajputs who live in rajasthan . However , the rajputs are often recognised as contributing to the distinctive culture of rajasthan.
These cltural tradition were closely linked with the ideals and aspirations of rulers. From about the eighth century, most of the present day state of rajasthan was ruled by various rajput families.Prithviraj was one such ruler. These rulers cherised the ideal of the hero who fought valiantly, often choosing death on the battlefeild rather than face defeat . stories about rajput heroes were recognised in poems and songs , which were recited by specially trained minstrels.These preserved the memories of heroes and were expected to inspire others to follow their example. Ordinary people were also attracted by these stories- which often depicted dramatic situations , and a range of strong emotions - Loyalty, friendship, love, valour, anger etc .
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