Sant Sevalal Maharaj

UPSC World 16 August 2024
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  • Santh Sevalal Maharaj is a social reformer and spiritual teacher of the Banjara community.
  • He lived between 1739 and 1773.
  • He was against animal sacrifices and baptism.
  • He travelled across the country with his Ladeniya Troup to serve especially the forest dwellers and nomadic tribes.
  • He has extraordinary knowledge, excellent skills and spiritual background in Ayurveda and Naturopathy.
    • Therefore, he was able to dispel and eradicate myths and superstitions prevalent in the tribal communities and brought about reforms in their way of life.
  • He was a disciple of Jagadamba.
  • He fought against the Nizam ruler, the Mysuru ruler for the traditional rights and the land rights of the Banjara Community.
  • The Britishers call him the Siva Rathod.
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