question_answer 6)

 Why do we know much more about the cultural practices of rulers than about those of ordinary people?  

Answer:

Rulers were rich in power and wealth. They adopted several methods to preserve their achievements. Stories about Rajput heroes were recorded in poems and songs, which were recited by specially trained minstrels. Rulers patronised highly skilled painters who primarily- illustrated manuscripts containing historical accounts and poetry. These were generally painted in brilliant colours and portrayed court scenes and other aspects of social life. Rulers spent a huge wealth on building temples to establish their power and status. Ordinary people did not do anything to preserve the records of their heroic deeds.  The aforementioned reasons clearly show why we know more about the cultural practices of rulers than those of ordinary people.