RAS question
Veer Satsai was written by:
Correct answer: (C) Suryamal Mishran.
Veer Satsai was written by Suryamal Mishran. He was a nineteenth-century Rajasthani bard from Bundi and is also known for Vansh Bhashkar.
Explanation
Suryamal Mishran (1815-1868) of Bundi wrote Veer Satsai and Vansh Bhashkar, important Rajasthani literary works celebrating Rajput valour. Sahitya Akademi, Delhi describes him as a nineteenth-century bard from Rajasthan and notes that, although he is credited with seven books, his fame rests chiefly on Vansh Bhashkar and Veer Satsai. Veer Satsai gives voice to the hopes and aspirations of valiant Rajasthani warriors and their spouses, placing honour above submission. These details identify Suryamal Mishran as the author, not Meerabai, Chand Bardai, or Kanhaiyalal Sethia.
Why the other options are wrong
- (A) Meerabai is known for bhajans, whereas Veer Satsai is a Rajasthani heroic poem by Suryamal Mishran.
- (B) Chand Bardai is associated with Raso literature, whereas Veer Satsai was written by Suryamal Mishran.
- (D) Kanhaiyalal Sethia wrote other works, whereas Veer Satsai was written by Suryamal Mishran.
Concept
Rajasthan's literary tradition includes heroic poetry associated with Rajput valour and the poets who composed it. RAS repeatedly asks about such works and authors because literature, regional identity, and traditions associated with royal courts and warriors are central to Rajasthan's history, art, and culture.