Hussain Sayeeduddin Dagar passed away

Ustad Hussain Sayeeduddin Dagar (78), maestro and custodian of the venerable Dhrupad tradition of Hindustani classical music, has passed away in Pune, Maharashtra on July 30, 2017. He was known affectionately to his legions of disciples and admirers as ‘Saeed Bhai’. 

He was born in Alwar in Rajasthan in 1939 and was a part of the Dagar family of musicians. He represented the 19th generation of Dagar Tradition. Dhrupad – a Sanskrit portmanteau of Dhruva (immovable) and Pad (verse) has its roots since ancient times, mentioned as early as the 3rd Century B.C. in the Natyashastra.

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राजस्थान से विश्वमोहन भट्ट को पद्म भूषण, तिलक गीटाई को पद्मश्री अवार्ड

पद्म पुरस्कारों की घोषणा 25 जनवरी को राष्ट्रपति महोदय द्वारा की गयी। राजस्थान से पद्मभूषण पुरस्कार के लिए श्री विश्वमोहन भट्ट तथा पद्मश्री के लिए श्री तिलक गिताई का चयन हुआ है।  श्री विश्वमोहन भट्ट ने संगीत के क्षेत्र में और श्री तिलक गिताई ने चित्रकला के क्षेत्र में उल्लेखनीय योगदान देते हुए यह प्रतिष्ठित पुरस्कार प्राप्त कर राजस्थान का गौरव बढ़ाया है। 

उल्लेखीय है कि पंडित विश्वमोहन भट्ट को इससे पहले 1993 में ग्रैमी अवार्ड, 2002 में पद्म श्री अवार्ड समेत कई अवार्डों से नवाजा जा चुका है। इस बार इन्हें पद्म भूषण अवार्ड दिया गया। श्री विश्वमोहन भट्ट ने मोहन वीणा के जरिए भारतीय संगीत के क्षेत्र में विशेष योगदान दिया है।  इसी प्रकार श्री तिलक गिताई ने किशनगढ़ शैली में रागमाला चित्रों के माध्यम से देश-विदेश में विशिष्ट पहचान बनाई है। 

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कनागत Kanagat

कनागत या Kanagat का अर्थ श्राद्ध के महीने से है जब कन्यागत (सूर्य) क्वार के महीने के कृष्णपक्ष के दौरान अपने पूर्वजों के प्रति कृतज्ञ भाव प्रकट करते हुए श्राद्ध किये जाते हैं एवं ब्राह्मणों को दान दिया जाता है ।  कनागत का मुख्य अर्थ पितरों के श्राद्ध से है।
राजस्थान में निम्न में से सर्वत्र माना जाने वाला रिवाज कौन-सा है?
A. कनागत
B. पर्दा प्रथा
C. बाल विवाह
D. इनमें से कोई नहीं
Answer: A

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Tourist Circuits in Rajasthan

Tourist Circuits in Rajasthan: Rajasthan is state with vibrant colors and culture. Rajasthan or the Land of Kings, is true to its name with lavish forts and majestic palaces that are apt reminders of a rich, romantic past that speaks of heroism, honor and chivalry. Amidst a stark desert and surrounded by the Aravallis, India’s oldest mountain range, the State stands out like a beacon, attracting travelers with its rich art and culture. There are so many vibrant and colourful festivals held across the state that give visitors to Rajasthan a reason to celebrate almost throughout the year.  Tourist Circuits are promoted by Government of India and state government to provide better infrastructure to tourist and brings historical places on tourism map of world.  

The main Tourist Circuits in Rajasthan are following:  

1. Dhundhar Circuit (Jaipur-Dausa): Abhaneri, Bairath, Bagru, Ramgarh Lake, Sambhar, Sanganer

2. Brij Mewat Circuit (Alwar-Bharatpur-Sawai Madhopur-Tonk): Ajabgarh, Bhangarh, Vijai Mandir Palace, Jai Samand Lake, Siliserh Lake and Palace, Tijara, Deeg, Bayana, Tonk, Toda Rai Singh, Kaila Devi, Karauli, Shri Mahavirji, Ranthambor - The Fort, Kakod and Hathi Bhata
3. Hadoti Circuit (Bundi-Jhalawar-Kota-Baran) - Keshoraipatan, Bijolia, Menal, Ren Basera, Jhalapatan, Gagron Fort, Buddhist Caves and Stupas, Bhainsrodgarh, Badoli, Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Sitabari.
4. Mewar Circuit (Udaipur-Chittaurgarh-Bhilwara-Rajsamand) - Udaipur, Eklingji, Nagda, Rikhabdeo, Jaisamand Lake, Kumbhalgarh, HAldighati, Nathdwara, Rajsamand Lake, Chittaurgarh, Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary, Dhariyavad Sita Mata Sanctuary, Nagari.
5. Vagad Circuit (Dungarpur-Banswara)-Dungarpur, Beneshwar, Galiyakot, Arthuna, Talwara
6. Godwar Circuit (Pali-Sirohi-Jalore) - Bali, Sojat, Sirohi, Jalore
7. Desert Circuit (Jodhpur-Jaisalmer-Bikaner-Barmer) - Osian, Balsamand Lake & Garden, Mandore, Jaisalmer, Ludurva, Wood Fosil Park, Akal, Deset National Park, Kolayat, Devi Kund, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary, Hanumangarh, Kalibanga.
8.Merwara-Mewar Circuit  (Ajmer-Pushkar-Merta-Nagaur) - Ajmer, Baghera, Foy Sagar, Kishangarh, Todgarh, Kurki, Rupangarh, Merta, Nagaur
9. Shekhawati Circuit (Sikar-Jhunjhunu) - Khatu Shyamji, Sikrai Mata, Jeen Mata, Lohargal, Harsh, Mandawa, Fathepur, Nawalgarh.

Please Note: Sometimes questions is asked that "How Many Tourism circuit in Rajasthan ?" with options like 7,8,9,10. We didn't find any official Number of Tourist Circuits in Rajasthan on state government tourism website. However anyone have link Please share in comment.

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Open Art Gallery, Jaipur

The 'Open Art Gallery' setup in Jaipur city recently has provided an effective forum to the Tribal Folk Artists of the State to showcase their art to the World. This would not only strengthen their economic condition but also provide patronage to the art and the artists of the state. At the initiative of the Chief Minister Smt. Vasundhara Raje, the open art gallery was inaugurated by Jaipur Nagar Nigam through the 'Must Art Gallery' of Delhi on 2nd October, 2015. Photos and information of tribal folk artists of Rajasthan have been displayed through 40 hoardings, 40 bus shelters and side panels of other 30 buses at different places in the city.
In the first phase the Jogi art of Rajasthan has been displayed. This is an excellent art of the artists of Magriwada of Sirohi. The artists of Jogi art have been called to Jaipur to publicize this art. Display of other folk arts would be taken in the next phase. In the coming phases the general public would also be able to purchase the artifacts of folk artists through exhibitions. A special cell has been constituted under this scheme in Nagar Nigam Jaipur.

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Dadabadi, Malpura

Dadabadi, Malpura: Malpura is main pilgrimage centre of Dada Jin Kushal Suri, a famous acharya of Khartar Gacch sect of Swetambar Jain. Malpura is known for its Dadabadi, built by the Khartargach Sect of Shewtambar Jain in memory of 3rd Dada Gurudev Shri Jinkushalsurishwarji..   Vasupujya Swami Temple and Ambika Devi temple are also situated at Dadabadi premises.

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राजस्थान के प्रमुख साहित्यकार एवं उनकी रचनाएं

राजस्थान के प्रमुख साहित्यकार एवं उनकी रचनाएं: राजस्थानी साहित्य की संपूर्ण भारतीय साहित्य में अपनी एक अलग पहचान है। राजस्थानी भाषा का प्राचीन साहित्य अपनी विशालता एवं अगाधता मे इस भाषा की गरिमा, प्रौढ़ता एवं जीवन्तता का सूचक है। भाषागत विकेंद्रीकरण की नीति ने राजस्थानी भाषाभाषी जनता में भी भाषा संबंधी चेतना पैदा कर दी है और इधर राजस्थानी में आधुनिक साहित्यिक रचनाएँ होने लगी है। राजस्थानी देवनागरी लिपि में लिखी जाती है। राजस्थानी साहित्य के निर्माणकर्ताओं को शैलीगत एवं विषयगत भिन्नताओं के कारण पाँच भागों में विभाजित किया जा सकता है- 1. जैन साहित्य, 2. चारण, साहित्य, 3. ब्राह्यण साहित्य, 4. संत साहित्य, 5. लोक साहित्य.

राजस्थान के प्रमुख साहित्यकार एवं उनकी रचनाएं:

राजस्थान में प्रजामण्डलों का इतिहास एवं अन्य जानकारी के लिए पढ़ें सम्पूर्ण नोट्स हमारी फ्री एंड्राइड एप्प राजस्थान GK हिंदी में, डाउनलोड लिंक: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.csurender.android.rajasthangk

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Pavapuri Dham, Sirohi (Rajasthan)

Pavapuri Tirtvh Jiv Metri Dham is situated at Sirohi district of Rajasthan. This campus is developed by K. P. Sanghvi Group and it comprises of a Jain Tirth (Temple complex) and Jeev Raksha Kendra (Animal Welfare Center). The Tirth derived its name after the Pavada Agriculture well that exists there. Shri Kumarpalbhai V. Shah inspired Late Shri Hajarimalji Poonamchandji Sanghvi (Bafna) and Shri Babulalji Poonamchandji Sanghvi (Bafna), the founders of K. P. Sanghvi Group, to construct a Tirth Dham. They started construction and development of the campus on May 30, 1998, Saturday (Jeth Shukla 15, 2054 V. S.). The initial thought was to construct a small temple and a shelter for 100 cows only but by God’s grace and blessings the campus is now spread over more than 500 acres of land. The temple complex occupies 31,01,472 sq. ft. area and the Jeev Raksha Kendra (Animal Welfare Center) occupies 71,96,112 sq. ft. area to provide shelter to 6,300 stray cattle. It took two and a half years to construct the temple with an average of 400 artisans working daily. The construction was completed on February 07, 2001, Wednesday (Magh Shukla 14, 2057 V. S.) and was finally opened for worship. The devotees were spellbound during the Pratishtha Mahotsav, opening ceremony of the Tirth Dham. 

Here is Pics, Photos of Pavapuri Dham, Sirohi (Rajasthan):

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Harappan seal in Karanpur, Hanumangarh

Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in January 2014 unearthed a Harappan seal from Karanpura in the Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan. “The seal consists of two Harappan characters, with a typical unicorn as the motif and a pipal leaf depicted in front of an animal. There is a knob behind the seal,” says VN Prabhakar, superintending archaeologist, who led the ASI. Maintaining that the discovery ‘confirms’ that the site belongs to the mature Harappan period,  the time when the civilization was at its peak (2600 BC to 1900 BC), he said: “A cubicle chert weight was also unearthed in a different house complex. Both the seal and the weight establishes that the people of this area participated in commercial  transactions.” Besides artefacts, house complexes built of mud bricks of early Harappan and mature Harappan periods were also unearthed ( News Source: Hindustan Times). 

भारतीय पुरातत्व सर्वेक्षण (ASI) ने जनवरी 2014 में राजस्थान के हनुमानगढ़ जिले के कर्णपुरा से एक हड़प्पा युग की मुहर प्राप्त की है ।  इस मुहर में गेंडा, एक पीतल का पत्ता एवं दो वर्ण हैं ।  खोजकर्ता के अनुसार यह मुहर हड़प्पा सभ्यता उस समय की है जब हड़प्पा सभ्यता अपने चरम (2600 - 1900 ई.पू. ) पर थी । इस मुहर के अलावा यहाँ से मिटटी के घरका भी पता चलता है ।

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Rajasthani Language and Literature

Rajasthani Language is one of the prominent members of Indo-Aryan languages family. It is spoken by around 80 million peoples in Rajasthan and other states of India. Rajasthani is spoken in Rajasthan, Haryana some parts of western Madhya Pradesh in Malwa, and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh.  Rajasthan's folk literature is rich and varied in its nature and exists in forms of the folk songs, so famous folklores, witty sayings and proverbs, riddles and much-treasured folk-plays known as 'khayals'. The most common language of Rajasthan is Marwari, spoken mainly in and around Jodhpur district. The mixed dialects of Marwari are also spoken in Barmer, Jalore, Pali, part of Nagaur district. In the east, it influences the dialects of Ajmer, Udaipur, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, to the south in Sirohi district and in the west, it affects the dialects of Jaisalmer district. Bikaner, Churu, Sikar and Jhunjhunu districts in the north are also influenced by Marwari while in the northwest, it is spoken with Punjabi influence in the Ganganagar district.

Major variant of Rajasthani languages:
1. Mewari: About 5 million speakers in Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Udaipur, and Chittorgarh districts of Rajasthan state of India.

2. Bagri: About 5 million speakers in Hanumangarh and Sriganganagar districts of Rajasthan, Sirsa and Hissar districts of Haryana.It is spoken in Fazilka and in some villages of Mukatsar district of Punjab of India as minority language. Bahawalpur and Bahawalnagar areas of Punjab of Pakistan.

3. Shekhawati: About 3 million speakers in Churu, Jhunjhunu and Sikar districts of Rajasthan.

4. Ahirwati: spoken in Mahendragarh and Rewari districts of Haryana.

5. Marwari: About 13 million speakers in western Rajasthan comprising Jodhpur, Pali, Sirohi, Jalore, Jaisalmer, Churu, Bikaner, Nagaur, Ajmer, and Barmer districts of Rajasthan. It is also spoken in eastern parts of upper Sindh province of Pakistan.

6. Dhundhari: About 9 million persons in Jaipur, Dausa, Tonk, Ajmer, Karauli and Sawai Madhopur districts of Rajasthan. It was first surveyed by G. Macliester who published specimens of 15 varieties of Dhundhari spoken in the territory of the former state of Jaipur in 1898.

7. Hadoti: About 4 million speakers in Kota, Bundi, Baran and Jhalawar districts of Rajasthan. It has a nominative marker which is absent in other dialects of Rajasthani.

8. Wagdi: About 3–5 million speakers in Banswara, Dungarpur, Kushalgarh, and Pratapgarh districts of Rajasthan state of India.

9. Mewati: About 5 million speakers in Mewat region of Haryana(Gurgaon and Mewat districts) and adjoining Alwar district of Rajasthan.

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Timaniya or Aad Jewellery

Timaniya is one of famous Rajasthani Jewellery in Rajasthan famous among women in Rural and royal families of Rajasthan. Women wear Timaniya jewellery in their Neck. In typical rajasthani language Timaniya is also known as "Aad" or आड़ .

Here is Picture of  Timaniya or Aad Jewellery in Rajasthan.

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Sita Mata wildlife sanctuary, Pratapgarh Rajasthan

Sita Mata Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary situated in south-east portion of Pratapgarh district (Rajasthan). The Sanctuary provides rich pastures for a variety of Deer that includes the Chowsingha and for Caracal wild Boar, Pangolin and Leopards. Sitamata Sanctuary is spread over the Aravali and Vindhyachal mountain ranges and is the only forest region where teak trees of building value are found. In this sanctuary, around 50% trees are of teak. Besides these salar, tendu, amla and bamboo bel are also found in abundance. The leopard, hyena, jackal, fox, jungle cat, porcupine, spotted deer, wild bear, four - horned antelope and Nilgai are the animals found in Sita Mata wildlife sanctuary.
The most conspicuous animal of the Sita Mata sanctuary is the flying squirrel which can be seen gliding from one tree to another after sunset. Its activities are nocturnal and during the day the day it hides in the hollow. The best time to see this squirrel is between February and March at Arampura Forest Guest House, when most of the trees shed their leaves and it is easier to spot the squirrel on the branches of leafless trees. Here are some more facts about Pratapgarh and Sita Mata wildlife sanctuary, Pratapgarh Rajasthan in Hindi.

- प्रतापगढ़ राजस्थान  का  33 वां जिला है जो राजस्थान के दक्षिणी भाग में स्थित है । इसकी भौगोलिक स्थिति 24.03° N 74.78° E है । 
- प्रतापगढ़ में कुल पाँच उपखण्ड हैं : छोटी सादडी, प्रतापगढ़, अरनोद, पीपलखूंट और धरियावद ।
'कान्ठली' स्थानीय ग्रामीण बोली है ।
- सीतामाता वन्यजीव अभयारण्य, जहाँ बहने वाली जाखम नदी एवं में महुआ पेड़ के के कोटर में पायी जाने वाली उड़न गिलहरी प्रमुख आकर्षण हैं
- गौतमेश्वर तीर्थ आदिवासियों का एक प्रमुख 'तीर्थ' है ।  यहाँ 'मीणा' समाज के जनजातीय श्रृद्धालुओं का सालाना-मेला भरता है, जिसमें दूर-दूर तक के हजारों आदिवासी जोर-शोर से हिस्सा लेते हैं।

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Summer Festival, Mount Abu (Rajasthan)

Summer festival 2014 is held in Mount Abhu (Rajasthan) from 12th to 14th May 2014. Summer festival is held every year during the month of May on Budh Poornima. The festival celebrates the warmth and cheerfulness of the people of hill station, who welcome the tourist from the depth of their hearts. The hospitality of the people, their colorful culture and exotic location made this festival a never to be forgotten experience.
The festival begins with a ceremonial procession, which starts from the RTDC Hotel Shikhar and gather at the Nakki Lake Chowk followed by folk performances of Rajasthan & Gujrat states. The grand finale of the Festival a display of dazzling fire works all three days. This three day colourful festival is organized by the Rajasthan Tourism, Municipal Board, Mt.Abu & District Administration. The second and third day of the festival is more interesting because of various competitions that take place the whole day. Skating Race, skater’s Show, CRPF Band Show, Boat Race, Horse Race, Tug of War, Panihari Matka Race and Deepdan add to the excitements of the celebration.

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Gautam Rishi Fair, Rajasthan Pics, Photos, Wallpapers

Gautam Rishi Fair: Gautam Ji - Chautila Hill - This fair is of meena community which is devoted to Gautam Rishi, a God of Meena community. The occassion is celebrated on 13 th April of every year. Seeing good oman, the meena dig a pit in the Sukhdi river and on the day Ganga appears and last till the fair is over.

Gautam Rishi Fair Pics, Photos, Wallpapers:

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Bishnoi Community in Rajasthan and 29 Rules

Bishnoi Community in Rajasthan and 29 Rules: बिश्नोई एक हिन्दू धर्म का पंथ है |बिश्नोई दो शब्दों से मिलकर बना हुआ है - बीस +नो यानि जो उनतीस नियमो का पालन करता है | गुरु जम्भेश्वर भगवान् को बिश्नोई पंथ का संस्थापक माना जाता है | 
बिश्नोई पंथ के 29 नियम निम्न है:
1. तिस दिन सूतक
2.पञ्च दिन का रज्सवला
3.सुबह स्नान करना
4.शील,संतोष ,सूचि रखना
5.प्राते:,शाम संध्या करना
6.साँझ आरती विष्णु गुण गाना
7.प्राते:कल हवन करना
8.पानी छान कर पीना व वाणी शुद बोलना
9.इंधन बीनकर व दूध छानकर पीना
10.क्षमा सहनशीलता रखे
11.दया-नम्र भाव से रहे
12.चोरी नहीं करनी
13.निंदा नहीं करनी
14.झूठ नहीं बोलना
15.वाद विवाद नहीं करना
16.अमावस्या का व्रत रखना
17.भजन विष्णु का करना
18.प्राणी मात्र पर दया रखना
19.हरे वृक्ष नहीं काटना

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Nagaur cattle Fair 2014 from 6-9th February

Nagaur cattle Fair is held from 6th to 9th February 2014. This fair is held every year during the month of January - February, is popularly known as the cattle fair and is the second largest in Rajasthan. Nagaur Town becomes a sea of animals, trading over 70,000 bullocks, camels and horses every year. The bullocks are known for their fleetness. Not only are the animals lavishly decorated, even their owners flaunt their colorful turbans and long mustaches. From shearing sheep to handsome marwari horses to spices all compiled in one fair. Attractions include the ‘mirchi’ bazaar (largest red chilly market of India), wooden items, iron-crafts and camel leather accessories. However it is just not the number factor for which this fair has risen into popularity. It is also about the quality of the cattle that has earned it a special reputation. In the Nagaur's Cattle Fair all the cattle are beautifully decorated. These are spotted boasting fascinating accessories in absolutely lavish manner. However it is not the cattle only that are beautified. The owners also boast of gorgeous turbans speckled with vibrant colors and impressive long moustaches.
Apart from cattle the other items that are also exhibited for trading in the Nagaur Cattle Fair, Nagaur include wooden items, iron-crafts, camel leather accessories, etc. A very noted Mirchi Bazaar or Red Chili Market of India is also organized.  Sports like tug-of-war, camel races, bullock races and cockfights; jugglers; puppeteers, storytellers; and exciting campfire evenings are held to entertain the tourists. Folk music of the Jodhpur variation echoes the tranquil desert sand. Nagaur is well connected to the major cities by road and rail. Nearest airport is Jodhpur, some 135 kms away.

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Rajasthani Aabhushan | Rajasthani Jewellery Names

Rajasthani Aabhushan / Jewellery: Rajasthan is known for its Jewellery from years which is derived from hundred years of heritage and culture.

"स्त्रियोँ द्वारा पहने जाने वाले प्रमुख आभूषण निम्न है"
सिर के आभूषण: शीशफूल, टीका , रखडी, सुरभंग, बोरला, फीणी व मेँमदी
कान के आभूषण: -झुमके, एरन, बारेठ, कर्णफूल, बाली, लौँग, झाले,मुरकी, टाप्स
गले  के आभूषण: मटरमाला, मंगलसूत्र, जन्तर ,कण्ठी , खुंगाली , हँसली , ठुस्सी , चन्दनहार ,हार, गुलीबन्द, जंजीर, आड,तिमणिया
दाँत का आभूषण: चूप
पैरोँ के आभूषण: पायल, पायजेब,कडे,बिछुए, छल्ला,टनके,चुटकी ,रमझौड, चूणियाँ
कमर के आभूषण: करधनी व सटका
हाथोँ  के आभूषण: चूडी, टड्डा, कडे, नौंगरी, दस्तबंद, पौँछी, बाजूबंद,गौखरू, हथफूल, गजरे, अँगूठी, मूँदडी,छटला

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Jo Dridh rakhe dharm ne, Tahi rakhe kartar

Jo Dridh rakhe dharm ne, Tahi rakhe kartar (जो दृढ राखै धर्म ने, तिहीं राखै करतार) : 

"जो दृढ राखै धर्म को, तिहीं राखै करतार"
ये शब्द मेवाड़ के बारे में कहे जाते हैं एवं  दक्षिण राजस्थान के प्राचीन "मेवाड़ राज्य" के राज्य चिन्ह में अंकित शब्द हैं जो मवाड़ की स्वतंत्रता प्रियता एवं धर्म पर दृढ रहने को स्वयंमेव ही स्पष्ट करता है । मेवाड़ के महाराणाओं ने मुग़ल बादशाहों के पास जाकर उनका विशेष कृपापात्र बनाना उचित नहीं समझा व अपना गौरव बनाये रखा |

It is believed that the slogan Jo dridh rakhe dharm ne, tahi rakhe kartar was spoken by Abdur Rahim Khankhana, who is also known as "Rahim das" in Hindi poetry.

About Maharana Pratap: Maharana Pratap (May 9, 1540-January 29, 1597) was a ruler of Mewar, a state in north-western India. He belonged to the Sisodia clan of Suryavanshi Rajputs. The epitome of fiery Rajput pride and self-respect, Pratap has for centuries exemplified the qualities that Rajputs aspire to. Pratap, eldest of 25 brothers and 20 sisters, was born at Kumbhalgarh on Sunday the May 9, 1540 to Maharana Udai Singh II and Maharani Javanta Bai Songara (Chauhan). Polygamy and maximum children were social necessity of the period owing to higher female population and high battle casualties. Rana Pratap had 17 sons and five daughters. The male-line descendants of Udai Singh II bear the patronymic "Ranawat". Maharana Pratap was Born in Pali-Marwar. His birth place known as Juni Kacheri.

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Mewat Area Development Project

Mewat Area Development Project or मेवात क्षेत्रीय विकास कार्यक्रम (Mewat Kshetra Vikas Karyakram) started in 1987-88 by 100% funding from Rajasthan state Government in 8 Blocks of Alwar (5) and Bharatpur (3). Mewat Area Development Program is being implemented in 8 blocks (Laxmangarh, Ramgarh, Tijara, Mandawar, Kishangarhbas, Kathumar, Umren and Kotkasim) of Alwar District and 3 blocks (Nagar, Kama, Deeg) of Bharatpur District. At District level, the implementing agency is Zila Parishad. Works are executed by Panchayat Raj Institutions and line Departments. At the state level, Secretary, Rural Dev. Department is in-charge for administration, supervision & monitoring of the programme. The main thrust of the programme is to fill the critical gaps in the area.
Mewat is a distinct socio-cultural and ethnological region named after its predominant inhabitant's viz. the Meos. They claim to be 'Rajputs' originally, and trace their descent to the Aryans, who invaded India. Meo (also called Mewati) is a Muslim Rajput from North-Western India, particularly in and around Mewat that includes Mewat district of Haryana and parts of adjacent Alwar and Bharatpur districts in Rajasthan. Meos speak Mewati, a language of the Indo-Aryan language family. They call themselves 'chhatris'. They also make the proud claim of being one of the rare segments of the invading population that has not lost its original ethnic purity. A large number of Meos live in Alwar and Bharatpur district of Rajasthan apart from Haryana and UP. Mewat has come to mean "where the Meos live" because the extent and area is coterminous with the settlement of the Meos.

The objectives of the project are to:
improve the economic and social well-being of the Mewat community;
promote greater self-reliance on a sustainable basis; and
broaden the range of economic opportunities available to the community.
Economic activities:
Soil and water conservation;

Canal irrigation;
development of arable crops;
horticulture;
livestock improvement; and
off-farm enterprises.
Social development component:
development support communication;
community and women’s development;

formal education; and
rural water supply.

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Interesting fact about Rajasthan

Interesting fact about Rajasthan: Rajasthan, known as "the land of kings", is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It is located in the northwest of India. It comprises most of the area of the large, inhospitable Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, which parallels the Sutlej-Indus river valley along its border with Pakistan to the west. Rajasthan is also bordered by Gujarat to the southwest, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north. Rajasthan covers 10.4% of India, an area of 342,239 square kilometres (132,139 sq mi). Jaipur is the capital and the largest city of the state.

Here are some Interesting fact about Rajasthan:

* Rajasthan is one of the most popular tourist spots in India – well it has so much to offer. From the romantic forts and palaces of Jaipur and Jodhpur, the lake cities of Udaipur and Pushkar, the painted town of Shekhawati, the golden fort and sand dunes of Jaisalmer to the national parks of Bharatpur and Sariska. and not to forget the camels, the widely accepted representative of the state, threading their way through the streets and bazaars, at the traffic signals or making a beautiful silhouette against the sunset on the Sam sand dunes.

* The history of Rajasthan dates back to the pre-historic times. Around 3,000 and 1,000 BC, it had a culture akin to that of the Indus culture valley civilisation. The Chauhans who dominated Rajputs affairs from seventh century and by 12th century they had become an imperial power. After the Chauhans, it were the Guhilots of Mewar who controlled the destiny of the warring tribes. Besides Mewar, the other historically prominent states were Marwar, Jaipur, Bundi, Kota, Bharatpur and Alwar.

* The traditional dress worn by women in Rajasthan is a full length skirt and a chaniya choli or lehenga, which resembles a short top. The dresses usually are bright in color.
* Some of the famous dishes in Rajasthan are Dal Baati Churma, Dai Shorba, Ker Sangri, Jaisalmeri Chane, Kadhi and various kinds of chutneys and pickles like Aam Launji, Lehsun ki Chutney, Pudina Chutney and Tamatar ki Launji.

* Location of Rajasthan: 23° 30' and 30° 11' North latitude and 69° 21' and 78° 17' East longitude.
* Climate in Rajasthan: Winter temperatures range from 8° to 28° C (46° - 82° F) and Summer temperatures from 25° - 46° C (77° - 115° F). In western Rajasthan Temperature difference in a day is more than 35° degree sometimes, like in day temp. is 48° and on same night you might get temp. in range of 10-15. 

* Major Festivals: Desert festival, Camel Festival, Kajli Teej, Gangaur Festival, Teej, Marwar Festival, Brij Festival, Mewar Festival, Summer Festival, Raksha Bandhan, Holi, Dussehra, and Diwali.
* Major Fairs: Banganga Fair, Gogaji Fair, Kapil Muni Fair, Karni Mata Fair, Khatu Shyamji Fair, Nagaur Fair, Pushkar Fair, Sheetla Mata Fair, Shri Mahavirji Fair and Urs Fair.

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