Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about Maharaja Surajmal, Jat heritage and the Seva Samiti.
Who was Maharaja Surajmal?
Maharaja Surajmal (1707–1763) was the foremost ruler of Bharatpur State, remembered as the Plato of the Jats for wisdom, diplomacy and strategic clarity.
Why is he called Plato of the Jats?
Contemporary observers praised his political sagacity, steady intellect and clear vision — qualities compared with Plato’s wisdom.
Which clan did he belong to?
He belonged to the Hindu Jat Sinsinwar clan of Bharatpur and was born as Sujan Singh to Raja Badan Singh and Rani Devki.
What territory did he rule?
Under him Bharatpur’s influence covered large parts of present-day Rajasthan, western Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and areas around Delhi.
What is Delhi Vijay Diwas?
It commemorates Maharaja Surajmal’s association with the conquest/assertion of power at Delhi around 10 May 1753 and is observed as a day of pride.
Where is his cenotaph?
His large cenotaph stands at Kusum Sarovar, Govardhan (Uttar Pradesh), flanked by chhatris of his queens.
Was he only a warrior?
No. He was also an administrator who strengthened revenue, trade, fortification and political alliances.
How should youth remember him today?
As a model of courage with intellect — organise, educate, serve, and defend cultural pride with discipline.
Which books introduce his life?
K. Natwar Singh’s biography and classical works on Jat history are useful starting points; see our Books & Sources page.
How is this Samiti connected?
Hindu Dharam Rakshak Maharaja Surajmal Seva Samiti centres All India Jat youth around his living legacy of pride, awareness and seva.
What was Surajmal’s birth name?
He was born as Sujan Singh on 13 February 1707.
Who were his parents?
Raja Badan Singh and Rani Devki.
When was he crowned?
He was crowned at Deeg on 23 May 1755.
Who founded Bharatpur State?
His father Badan Singh is credited as founder of Bharatpur State.
Which battle made Surajmal famous for defence?
The Siege of Kumher (1754), where Bharatpur resisted a massive coalition and Khanderao Holkar was killed.
Read related page: Battles and Victories of Maharaja Surajmal
When was Agra Fort captured?
Agra Fort was captured on 12 June 1761.
Read related page: Battles and Victories of Maharaja Surajmal
What is celebrated on 10 May?
Delhi Vijay Diwas, linked to Surajmal’s Delhi campaign assertion of 1753.
Read related page: Battles and Victories of Maharaja Surajmal
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
Why should youth study this episode?
Because organised historical memory builds confidence, strategy and community identity.
Where to go next?
Return to the Battles & Victories pillar and explore linked campaigns.
What is Lohagarh?
Lohagarh — the Iron Fort of Bharatpur — was developed as a famously strong fortress associated with Surajmal’s era.
Where is Surajmal’s cenotaph?
At Kusum Sarovar, Govardhan, built under his successor Jawahar Singh.
Related pillar?
See Legacy & Heritage for the full overview.
Related pillar?
See Legacy & Heritage for the full overview.
Related pillar?
See Legacy & Heritage for the full overview.
Related pillar?
See Legacy & Heritage for the full overview.
Is this website only for one state?
No. It serves All India Jat youth while remaining rooted in Surajmal’s Braj-Bharatpur legacy.
What values define the Samiti?
Pride with knowledge, unity without chaos, and seva with discipline.
How can students participate?
Join Yuva membership, start campus reading circles, and volunteer for campaigns.
When did Jat state power peak?
In the mid-eighteenth century under Raja Badan Singh and especially Maharaja Surajmal of Bharatpur.
Where should I read more?
Open Deep Jat History and the Complete Biography of Maharaja Surajmal on this website.
What is Yuva Jagrookta?
An All India Jat youth awareness movement under the Samiti focusing on history literacy, organisation and seva.
Read related page: Yuva Jagrookta — Awareness for All India Jat Youth
How do I start a circle?
Join membership, gather five peers, pick one Surajmal theme monthly, and report activities to the Samiti email.
Read related page: Yuva Jagrookta — Awareness for All India Jat Youth
What is the Samiti’s contact email?
info@jaat.army
Read related page: About Hindu Dharam Rakshak Maharaja Surajmal Seva Samiti
Do you publish a phone number?
No. Contact is email-only for this website.
Read related page: About Hindu Dharam Rakshak Maharaja Surajmal Seva Samiti