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{{Infobox writer<br />
| name = Dr. Arjun Singh Shekhawat<br />
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| birth_place = Pali, Rajasthan, India<br />
| occupation = Writer, Educator, Social Activist<br />
| nationality = Indian<br />
| genre = Rajasthani literature, Tribal culture<br />
| notable_works = <br />
* ''Bhakhra Bhomiya''<br />
* ''The Tribal Culture of Garasia''<br />
* ''Aadavalo Ardayo''<br />
* ''Anbolya Bol''<br />
* ''Rajasthani Vrat Kathavan''<br />
* ''Malopanna''<br />
| awards = Padma Shri (2021)<br />
}}<br />
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'''Arjun Singh Shekhawat''' is an Indian writer, [[Teacher|educator]], and social activist from Pali, [[Rajasthan]], known for his extensive contributions to [[Rajasthani language]] and literature, particularly focusing on tribal culture. He was awarded the [[Padma Shri]] in 2021 by the [[Government of India]] for his contributions to literature and education.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://dashboard-padmaawards.gov.in/?Place=Rajasthan&Year=2021-2021|title=Padma Awards Dashboard|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1692337|title=Padma Awards 2021 announced|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><br />
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== Early life and education ==<br />
Dr. Shekhawat was born in the [[Pali district]] of Rajasthan. He holds multiple degrees, including M.A. in Hindi and Rajasthani, B.Ed., Ayurved Ratna, Vaidya Acharya, R.E.S., and R.M.P. He began his career as a teacher and later served as a Deputy District Education Officer.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.patrika.com/pali-news/writer-arjun-singh-shekhawat-honored-with-padma-shri-award-2021-7164104|title=लेखक अर्जुन सिंह शेखावत पद्मश्री अवार्ड 2021 से सम्मानित|language=hi|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/pali/news/civil-felicitation-of-padma-shri-awardee-dr-arjun-singh-shekhawat-129122520.html|title=पद्मश्री से सम्मानित डॉ. अर्जुन सिंह शेखावत का नागरिक अभिनंदन|language=hi|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><br />
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== Literary career ==<br />
Shekhawat has authored over 14 books, edited three, and contributed to 19 anthologies. His work primarily focuses on the tribal and folk culture of Rajasthan.<br />
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Some of his prominent works include:<br />
* ''Anbolya Bol'' (Essays, 1988)<br />
* ''Rajasthani Vrat Kathavan'' (1999)<br />
* ''Malopanna'' (Poetry, 1991)<br />
* ''Sanskriti Ra Vadera'' (2002)<br />
* ''Bhakhra Bhomiya'' (2006)<br />
* ''Aajado Ro Alakh'' (1999)<br />
* ''Rajathani Gadhya Sangrah'' (since 1976, included in board curriculum)<br />
* ''Aadavalo Ardayo'' (In press)<br />
* ''Mahuda Ra Phool Prem Mein''<br />
* ''Baar Ek Halki Si'' (1957)<br />
* ''Ek Jan Avishkar'' (1980)<br />
* ''Vishwa Ka Dwitiya Edition - P.L. Mistry'' (2002)<br />
* ''Sanskriti Ki Vasiyat'' (In press)<br />
* ''The Tribal Culture of Garasia'' (Translated to English, received UNESCO recognition)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.aapanorajasthan.org/arjun%20singh%20shekhawat.php|title=अर्जुन सिंह शेखावत|access-date=2023-10-26|website=aapanorajasthan.org|language=hi}}</ref><br />
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He has also translated various literary works into Rajasthani, including:<br />
* Russian folk tales<br />
* Works of [[Mahasweta Devi]] (e.g., ''Aranya Adhikar'' into ''Van Ra Baris'')<br />
* Green style literature<br />
* Malayalam poetry and English stories<br />
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== Activism and advocacy ==<br />
Dr. Shekhawat has been actively involved in the movement demanding the inclusion of Rajasthani in the Eighth Schedule of the [[Constitution of India]]. He is the Vice President of Akhil Bharatiya Rajasthani Bhasha Manyata Samiti. In 2021, he stated that he would return the Padma Shri if Rajasthani is not officially recognized.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://hindi.oneindia.com/news/rajasthan/dr-arjun-singh-shekhawat-who-will-return-padmashri-if-rajasthani-language-is-not-recognized-681324.html|title=पद्मश्री लौटा दूंगा, राजस्थानी भाषा को मान्यता नहीं मिली तो: अर्जुन सिंह शेखावत|language=hi|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.patrika.com/pali-news/rajasthani-language-should-now-get-constitutional-recognition-7290356|title=राजस्थानी भाषा को अब मिले संवैधानिक मान्यता: अर्जुन सिंह शेखावत|language=hi|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><br />
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== Awards and recognition ==<br />
* [[Padma Shri]] (2021), for literature and education<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1692337|title=Padma Awards 2021 announced|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/padma-shri-for-3-from-raj/articleshow/80456624.cms|title=Padma Shri for 3 from Raj|newspaper=The Times of India|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><br />
* D.Litt. (Hon.) from Rajasthani Manch (2003)<br />
* Man of the Year (1996) by ABI, USA<br />
* Gauri Shankar Kamlesh Rajasthani Sahitya Award (2003) by Gyan Bharti, Kota<br />
* Shivchand Bharati Award (2006) by Rajasthan Sahitya Akademi<br />
* Mahendra Janodia Award by Rajasthan Ratnakar, Delhi<br />
* Various civil honors and literary felicitations across India<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/pali/news/civil-felicitation-of-padma-shri-awardee-dr-arjun-singh-shekhawat-129122520.html|title=पद्मश्री से सम्मानित डॉ. अर्जुन सिंह शेखावत का नागरिक अभिनंदन|language=hi|access-date=2023-10-26}}</ref><br />
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== Representation and cultural work ==<br />
Shekhawat has represented Rajasthan in national and international literary forums:<br />
* Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, Delhi<br />
* Tribal Academy, Tejgadh (Gujarat)<br />
* Indian Council for Cultural Relations<br />
* [[Sahitya Akademi]], Delhi<br />
* INTACH and [[Jawaharlal Nehru]] Cultural Centers<br />
* International conferences on tribal literature in Odisha, Gujarat, and London<br />
* Organized a major public conference in Kheml (1991) in support of Rajasthani language recognition<br />
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== Broadcast and media ==<br />
His literary and cultural works have been broadcast on [[All India Radio]] and Doordarshan. He directed documentaries on tribal culture that were aired nationally under AMRT, and many of his interviews, lectures, and recitations have featured in media.<br />
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== Associations ==<br />
He is associated with multiple cultural and literary bodies including:<br />
* District Convener, Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)<br />
* Founder-President, Rajasthani Gyanpeeth and Adivasi Academy<br />
* Trustee, Narayan Seva Sansthan<br />
* Former President, Pali Zilla Shikshak Sangh<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [https://dashboard-padmaawards.gov.in Padma Awards Official Dashboard]<br />
* [https://www.aapanorajasthan.org/arjun%20singh%20shekhawat.php Profile on Aapano Rajasthan]<br />
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