Sant Sevalal Maharaj
- 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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