Question

Which among the following is the Rajasthani variation of Braj language of Mathura?

1. Dingal
2. Pingal
3. Kamdari
4. Modiya

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Pingal

The correct answer is Pingal.

• Pingal:
  • It is the Rajasthani variation of Braj language of Mathura.
  • Largely used for devotional and erotic poetry.
  • Sometimes also used for heroic poetry.
  • Bhats have majorly created their works in Pingal.
  • Literature is less in Pingal as compared to Dingal.

•  Dingal:
  • Type of literary language.
  • It is the most remarkable feature of Rajasthani literary heritage.
  • Charans have been written completely in Dingal.
  • Ballads and Chronicles of warriors are written in Dingal in Marwar and Mewar region.
• Kamdari:
  • The special writing style of Nagari script.
  • Used in the administrative sphere.
• Modiya:
  • The trading class uses this form.
  • Prevalent in book-keeping and accounting.