Historically and traditionally, the Rajputs have formed the ruling class of Rajasthan. They dominated the social and political scenario as rulers of various princely states and thikanas. Rajput feudal society has been the most conservative of structures. The rigidity of the society and of Rajput customs is credited to the uncertainties hovering over the lives of this martial race. Chastity, honour and the prestige of Rajput women were synonymous with family ...