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10 Major Festivals of India
The land which is known all over the globe for its cultural and religious diversity, India, observes festivals throughout the year. People belonging to...
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The caste system in India
The caste system in India is a system of social stratification, which is now also used as a basis for affirmative action. Historically, it separated communities into thousands of...
Culture
National Festivals of India – Part 1
The word ‘Festival’ has its origin in the Latin word ‘Festivus’ meaning merry or happy. Festivals, true to their meaning, are a time for...
Culture
Indian Classical dance forms – Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Kathak, Odissi
The art form, Indian Classical Dance is not only a tradition but also a medium for expressing the philosophy of Indian thought through postures...
Culture
Kumbh Mela
India is a land of fairs and festivals and one such fair that attracts a number of people from around the world is Kumbha...
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Mural Paintings – Art on wall and ceilings
“Painting is just another way of keeping a diary.” , said the famous painter Picasso and the quote is clearly justified by different forms...
Culture
Events and Festivals in Puri
Puri is mostly described and defined as a holy place of India. People often come here to experience the holy and divine spirits of...
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10 Major Religions of the World – Must Know Facts
Buddhism
Buddhism was founded by Gautam Buddha (563-483 BC) in 528 BC. He was born in Lumbini of Nepal as Siddhartha. Buddhism is followed in...
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Folk dances of India
Folk Dances Of India : India is a land of varied cultures and tradition. Each region of the country has its unique culture. Diversities in...
Culture
Kathak – An introduction
Kathak is one of the important dance forms of India. Kathak has been derived from the word Katha, which means storytelling. This form of...
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Literature of Ancient India: Sanskrit Drama
The origin of Sanskrit drama is in obscurity; there...
The Bhakti Movement of the Medieval Age
The Bhakti Movement, one of the most remarkable features...
Sikhism – An Introduction to Sikh Religion
Sikhism had its origin in the teachings of Guru...