Ajmer: Historical and Descriptive  (Paperback, Diwan Bahadur Har Bilas Sarda)

About The Book: Ajmer: Historical and Descriptive by Diwan Bahadur Har Bilas Sarda provides a comprehensive exploration of Ajmer’s rich cultural and historical heritage. It traces the city’s founding by King Ajaipal in the 6th century and its evolution under various rulers, including the Chauhans, Mughals, and British. Key landmarks such as Taragarh Fort, the Dargah of Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti, and Mughal-era structures like Ana Sagar Lake are highlighted, alongside the city’s religious diversity, encompassing Jain, Muslim, and Hindu sites. The book also covers major historical events, including the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, and the development of institutions like Mayo College and the Rajputana Museum. Chapters delve into the city’s governance, religious significance, and notable landmarks, offering a detailed historical narrative. About The Author: Har Bilas Sarda (1867–1955) was an influential Indian academic, judge, politician, and social reformer. Born in Ajmer, he introduced the landmark Child Marriage Restraint Act in 1929. Sarda served in various judicial and administrative roles, including as a Senior Judge in Jodhpur and a member of the Central Legislative Assembly. He was a prominent member of the Arya Samaj and contributed to educational reforms, notably founding a DAV school in Ajmer. His writings include books on historical figures and social issues. Sarda was honored with titles like Rai Sahib and Dewan Bahadur for his public service. The Title 'Ajmer: Historical and Descriptive written/authored/edited by Diwan Bahadur Har Bilas Sarda', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369201570 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 510 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.