University of Rajasthan is  state university in Jaipur, Rajasthan and is one of the oldest universities in the state. It was established on 8 January 1947 as the University of Rajputana and was given its current name in 1956.The University Motto, "Dharmo Vishwasya Jagatah Pratishtha" suggested by the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. G. S. Mahajani was accepted by the Executive Council at its meeting held on 28- January, 1948.