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how did the Rajputs explain their origin?

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Following are the prevalent theories about the origin of Rajputs:

  • they were the descendents of the sakas
  • some believe them to be descendants of teh Yu Chi tribe.
  • there is a myth that Rajputs originated from ancient Kshatriyas of Lunar and Solar dynasty
  • In Prithviraj Raso it is stated that rajputs originated from teh fire altar or Agni kula.

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