Editing Rajasthan (section)

== Culture ==
{{Main|Culture of Rajasthan}}
{{Rajasthanis}}

=== Food ===
[[File:Rajasthani food.jpg|thumb|Rajasthani food]]
[[Rajasthani cuisine|Rajasthani cooking]] was influenced by both the war-like lifestyles of its inhabitants and the availability of ingredients in this arid region. Food that could last for several days and could be eaten without heating was preferred. Thus, pickles of Rajasthan are quite famous for their tangy and spicy flavour. The ''Panchkuta'' delicacy is also a famous one – meaning 5 vegetables – a dish that lasts for several days, and is made out of certain weed plants that only grow in the wild desert. The scarcity of water and fresh green vegetables have all had their effect on cooking. It is known for its snacks like [[Bikaneri Bhujia]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=It's one of India's tastiest snacks. But there's only one place you can sample the real thing |url=https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/bikaneri-bhujia-indian-snack-rajasthan-intl-hnk/index.html |website=CNN |date=12 September 2022 |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=21 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230421080311/https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/bikaneri-bhujia-indian-snack-rajasthan-intl-hnk/index.html |url-status=live }}</ref> Other famous dishes include ''bajre ki roti'' (millet bread) and ''lahsun ki chutney'' (hot garlic paste), ''mawa kachori'' [[Mirchi Bada]], [[Pyaaj Kachori]] and [[ghevar]] from Jodhpur, [[Alwar]] ka Mawa (milk cake),<ref>{{Cite news |title=In search of Alwar Ka Kalakand |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/in-search-of-alwar-ka-kalakand/article4884208.ece |website=The Hindu |date=6 July 2013 |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=21 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230421080311/https://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/in-search-of-alwar-ka-kalakand/article4884208.ece |url-status=live }}</ref> ''Kadhi kachori'' from Ajmer, ''Malpua'' from Pushkar, Daal [[kachori]] (Kota kachori) from Kota and rassgullas from Bikaner.{{cn|date=April 2025}} Originating from the [[Marwar]] region of the state is the concept of [[Marwari Bhojnalaya]] or vegetarian restaurants, today found in many parts of India, which offer vegetarian food popular among [[Marwari people]]. Ghee is an essential ingredient in most Rajasthani cuisines, and dollops of ghee are poured over food as a welcoming gesture for guests.[[File:Rajasthani Dish.jpg|alt=|thumb|Dal Bati Choorma, a traditional Rajasthani Dish]] [[Dal baati|Dal-baati-churma]] is very popular in Rajasthan. The traditional way to serve it is to first coarsely mash the baati, and then pour pure ghee on top of it. It is served with daal (lentils) and spicy garlic chutney; it is also served with besan (gram flour) ki kadi. It is commonly served at all festivities, including religious occasions, wedding ceremonies, and birthday parties in Rajasthan.<ref>{{Cite web |title=TBI Food Secrets: The Fascinating History Behind Rajasthan's Traditional Dish Dal Baati Churma |url=https://www.thebetterindia.com/73751/story-dal-baati-churma-rajasthan/ |website=The better India |date=2 November 2016 |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=21 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230421080315/https://www.thebetterindia.com/73751/story-dal-baati-churma-rajasthan/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

=== Music and dance ===
{{Main|Music instruments of Rajasthan}}
{{Main|Folk dances of Rajasthan}}
The [[Ghoomar]] dance from Jaipur, Jodhpur, and [[Kalbelia]] of the Kalbelia tribe has gained international recognition.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ghoomar Dance – Folk Dance of Rajasthan |url=https://www.rajasthandirect.com/culture/dance/ghoomar |website=Rajasthan direct |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=5 December 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221205040103/https://www.rajasthandirect.com/culture/dance/ghoomar |url-status=live }}</ref> Folk music is a large part of the Rajasthani culture. The [[Manganiyar]], [[Meena]] and [[Langha (tribe)|Langa]] communities from Rajasthan are notable for their folk music. [[Kathputli (puppetry)|Kathputli]], [[Bhopa]], Chang, Teratali, Ghindr, [[Gair dance]], Kachchhi Ghori, and [[Tejaji]] are examples of traditional Rajasthani culture.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rajasthan: अपनी परंपरा और संस्कृति को दर्शाते हैं राजस्थान के ये 8 लोक नृत्य, देशभर में रखते हैं अलग पहचान |url=https://www.abplive.com/states/rajasthan/rajasthan-news-these-are-the-8-famous-folk-dance-of-rajasthan-know-about-them-2216926 |website=Abp live |date=16 September 2022 |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=21 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230421080750/https://www.abplive.com/states/rajasthan/rajasthan-news-these-are-the-8-famous-folk-dance-of-rajasthan-know-about-them-2216926 |url-status=live }}</ref> Folk songs are commonly ballads that relate heroic deeds and love stories; and religious or devotional songs known as ''bhajans'' and ''banis'' which are often accompanied by musical instruments like [[dholak]], [[sitar]], and [[sarangi]] are also sung.

=== Art ===
Rajasthan is known for its traditional, colourful art. The block prints, tie and dye prints, [[Gota (embroidery)|gota patti]] (main), Bagaru prints, Sanganer prints, and [[Zari]] embroidery are major export products from Rajasthan. Handicraft items like wooden furniture and crafts, carpets, and blue pottery are commonly found here.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Handicraft in Rajasthan |url=https://www.rajasthantourstoindia.com/handicraft-in-rajasthan |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=21 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230421081149/https://www.rajasthantourstoindia.com/handicraft-in-rajasthan |url-status=live }}</ref> Shopping reflects the colourful culture, Rajasthani clothes have a lot of mirror work and embroidery.  Traditional Rajasthani dress for females consists of an ankle-length skirt and a short top, known as ''[[chaniya choli]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Women's Traditional Dress |url=https://theculturetrip.com/asia/india/articles/an-introduction-to-rajasthans-traditional-dress/ |website=The culture trip |date=26 March 2018 |access-date=21 April 2023 |archive-date=21 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230421081149/https://theculturetrip.com/asia/india/articles/an-introduction-to-rajasthans-traditional-dress/ |url-status=live }}</ref>  A piece of cloth is used to cover the head, both for protection from heat and maintenance of modesty. Rajasthani dresses are usually designed in bright colours such as blue, yellow, and orange.