The correct answer is Neither 1 nor 2.

• As per Kshatriya theory of origin Rajputs based on their lineage as Suryavanshi and Chandravanshi.
• As per Agnikunda theory of origin Rajputs clan from Agnikunda are Chauhans, Chalukyas, Parmaras and Pratiharas.
• Hence both the statements are incorrect.

• Kshatriya theory of the origin:
  • This theory was propounded by Gauri Shankar Ojha and says that the Rajputs are not from a foreign origin and they are descendants of the mythological Kshatriya Heroes like Rama.
  • The theory divides the Rajput based on their lineage as Suryavanshi & Chandravanshi, which they trace from Surya and Chandra.
  • They worship fire as the Aryans did and worship of fire was not the tradition of the Foreigners only.
• Agnikunda Theory:
  • This theory comes from the Prithvirajraso of Chandarbardai.
  • According to this theory, Rajputs were the result of Yagya performed by Hrishi Vashistha at “Guru Shikhar” in Mount Abu.
  • The four Rajput clans from Agnikunda are Chauhans, Chalukyas, Parmaras and Pratiharas.
  • Muhnot Nainsi & Suryamal Mishra also supports this theory.