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The Samode Palace was built in the 18th century by the Kachhwaha rulers of Jaipur and is known for its exquisite architecture and intricate mirror work.
Banasthali University, founded in 1935 but became India's first private university in 2002, is located in Tonk district.
Ahar-Munda is a traditional metalwork craft originating from Banasthali in Tonk district, known for intricate copper and brass work.
Vijay Singh Pathik was a prominent freedom fighter from Rajasthan who played a crucial role in the Quit India Movement.
As per 2024 updates, Rajasthan has 34 districts after the creation of new districts through administrative reorganization, making it a recent factual update.
Vijay Singh Pathik was a prominent freedom fighter who organized the Khilafat Movement and later became an independent leader in Rajasthan during the independence struggle.
Jodhpur was the capital of Marwar kingdom. The Marwar region was founded by the Rathore Rajputs, with Jodhpur established in 1459 by Rao Jodha.
Dabu (or Dabu print) is a traditional wax-resist printing technique from Rajasthan. Ajrakh uses mud and indigo, Bandhani uses tie-and-dye, and Leheriya is wave dyeing.
Maharao Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459 and built Mehrangarh Fort. He was known for his administrative acumen and irrigation projects in the arid region.
Vidyadhar Chakravarti, a Bengali architect, designed Jaipur's layout following principles from ancient Hindu texts including Shilpa Shastras on the orders of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.