Jasnathji founded which sect?

Explanation

Jasnathji is regarded as a saint of the Bikaner region associated with Rajasthan's Nirguna saint tradition and the Jasnathi Sampradaya, not with the other well-known Rajasthan sects named in the options. He was born at Katariyasar village in 1482, established the Jasnathi Sampradaya there in 1504, and attained samadhi in 1506. This directly matches option B. The sect follows 36 principles, and its followers tie a black thread around the neck. They are also known for performing the fire dance on burning coals while chanting ‘Fateh-Fateh’. These features reinforce the direct association between Jasnathji and the Jasnathi Sampradaya.

Why the other options are wrong

• (A) Ramsnahi is associated with Ram Charan, not Jasnathji.
• (C) Dadu Panth belongs to the Dadu tradition named in the option, whereas Jasnathji's sect is the Jasnathi Sampradaya.
• (D) Bishnoi is not Jasnathji's sect; it is linked to Guru Jambheshwar, whereas Jasnathji founded the Jasnathi Sampradaya.

Concept

This question tests whether you can match Rajasthan's saints with their sects and regional traditions for the RAS Art and Culture section. Such questions recur in prelims because the relationships among founders, seats, texts, and folk practices are important.

Source

• Saints and Sects of Rajasthan

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