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U.P.P.C.S. Mains 2010

Medieval Rajput Literature

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: A

Concept Rajput history and valor were preserved through a genre of epic poetry known as 'Raso'. Correctly identifying the authors of these semi-historical texts is essential for cultural history.

Explanation *Hammir Raso*, the account of the Chauhan ruler of Ranthambore, was authored by the poet Jodharaja (and an earlier version by Sarngadhara), not Abdur Rehman.

Logical Breakup
Logic 1: Option A is the mismatch. Abdur Rehman wrote *Sandesh Rasak*, the first work by a Muslim in an Indo-Aryan language (Apabhramsha).
Logic 2: Other pairs are correct: Chand Bardai (Prithvi Raj Raso), Jagnik (Alha Khand), and Narpati Nalh (Visal Dev Raso).

Active Recall

Question

What is the subject of the Alha Khand?

Answer

It narrates the heroic deeds of the Banaphar warriors Alha and Udal against Prithviraj Chauhan.

Core Insight

Raso literature serves as a crucial bridge between historical fact and oral tradition, reflecting the values of the Rajput warrior code.

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