Who was Sūdan the court poet?
Sūdan was the main court poet of Maharaja Suraj Mal, the Bharatpur ruler in Rajputana. He lived from 1700 to 1753 and was the Maharaja's most favourite poet.
Questions about Sūdan
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What book did Sūdan write?
Sūdan wrote a historical account in a book named Sujān Charitra. He based it on having accompanied Maharaja Suraj Mal during all the important wars.
Where was Sūdan from and what was his caste?
Sūdan was Mathur by caste and a resident of Mathura. He served at the court of the Bharatpur Maharaja Suraj Mal.
Who was Sūdan's patron?
Sūdan's patron was Maharaja Suraj Mal, the Bharatpur ruler in Rajputana. Sūdan was his main court poet and most favourite poet.
When did Sūdan live?
Sūdan lived from 1700 to 1753. During that time he served as the main court poet of Maharaja Suraj Mal of Bharatpur.