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- Indian Sarees - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2020 from umesh modiIndian sarees have earned the epithet of exceptionality because of the outstanding use of fabrics and the intricate designs. These designs are either derived from the scenes of ancient scriptures of the Mahabharata and the Ramayana or some motifs that are related to the mundane and daily rustic ...
Views: 650 - Numerology in India - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2020 from umesh modiNumerology is the study of relation between human beings and numbers. According to numerology each number acquires the sensations of a particular planet and accordingly each alphabet has the vibration of a particular number. These numbers reveals some of the behaviour traits, emotional ...
Views: 649 - Indian Tribal Art - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2020 from umesh modiIndian Tribal Art gives a glimpse into India’s rich heritage. It is a unique collection of diverse styles and representation. It has become an intrinsic part of the country’s cultural identity. The Indian tribal art is rich in expression and is a living form very much with the times. Traditional ...
Views: 648 - Tourism In Karnataka - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2020 from umesh modiTourism in Karnataka includes numerous nature, religious and the adventurous spots of tourist interest. Tourism in Karnataka offers its visitors a wide array of temples, forests and wild life, scenic beaches and historical monuments. All kind of travellers will find a suitable place for ...
Views: 648 - Wrestling in India, Indian Traditional Sport - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2020 from umesh modiWrestling in India, Indian Traditional SportWrestling in India is the most ancient sports whose past is enriched with glory. Wrestling in modern India is concentrated in the Indian states like Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Punjab and Haryana. The game of wrestling is considered to be one of the ...
Views: 648 - Culture of Bihar - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2020 from umesh modiCulture of BiharBihar is situated adjacent to West Bengal . It is one of the important states of Eastern India. Fertile soils, flow of mighty rivers, rich flora and fauna are the identifiable traits of the region and all aids in elevating the already rich culture of Bihar. It is the birthplace ...
Views: 647 - Culture of Uttar Pradesh - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from umesh modiThe culture of Uttar Pradesh is a cradle of Indian traditional customs and practises . It has had not only a plethora of lushly landscapes, rivers but the rich heritage of cultural elements were also nurtured. Rig Vedas had its origin in this soil of Uttar Pradesh. To the whole nation Indian ...
Views: 646 - History of Karnataka - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2020 from umesh modiThe Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim dynasties have ruled Karnataka successively. Jainism too established its roots here. It is said that India's first emperor of Maurya Empire Chandragupta Maurya converted to Jainism in the 4th century. He renounced his throne and fasted to death at Sravanabelagola ...
Views: 646 - Wildlife Sanctuaries of Kerala - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2021 from umesh modiThere are a number of wildlife reserves in Kerala that provide shelter to thousands of species of birds and animals. The hilly slops of Western Ghats and lush green forests provide the perfect locale for wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala. These also serve as a major tourist attraction. Given below ...
Views: 646 - Folk Dances of Indian States - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2020 from umesh modiFolk Dances of Indian States mark the intense platform encompassing creative extravaganza of different states of India. Each state of India has its own culture and tradition. The Folk Dances of Indian States tend to reveal that culture when they are performed in different occasions. There are ...
Views: 645 - Indian Temple Festivals - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2020 from umesh modiIndian temple festivals are special celebration in the temple premises during particular days to commemorate some mythological legends of the temple deity. Feasts are an integral part of Indian temple festivals. The attendees spend all day at the temple, enjoying them and the temple officials ...
Views: 645 - Tourism in Meghalaya - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2021 from umesh modiWith lush green landscapes, picturesque surroundings, white clouds and mists, the north eastern state of Meghalaya has been rightly called the ‘abode of clouds’. This Indian state is an incredibly beautiful tourist destination and over the years tourism in Meghalaya has proliferated immensely. ...
Views: 645 - Tridosha System in Ayurveda - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2020 from umesh modiEach dosha is a combination of any two of the five elements of Panch Mahabhutas with the predominance of one. Since these three doshas are responsible for all the physiological and the psychological processes within the body and mind, they can explain every physical activity, characteristic, ...
Views: 645 - History of Indian jewellery - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2021 from umesh modiHistory of Indian jewellery has inspired modern and contemporary jewellery designers to introduce unique and intricate styles in the modern-day jewelleries. Ornaments in the country have undergone several transformations, under the cultural influence and reign of different dynasties and periods ...
Views: 644 - Indian Religious Weddings - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2020 from umesh modiIndian religious weddings exhibit a great variety and different parts of the country follow different rituals during these ceremonies. With deep tradition and rich mores each of Indian religious weddings crafts a distinct connotation while mirroring the tradition of India to a great extent. In ...
Views: 644 - Indian Theatre Festivals - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2020 from umesh modiIndian theatre festivals help in bringing to the fore the various forms of Indian drama. India has the richest and longest tradition in theatre. The origin of Indian theatre is intimately associated with the ancient rituals and the seasonal festivals. The Natyashastra of Bharat Muni is the ...
Views: 644 - Satellite Television in India, Indian Television - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2020 from umesh modiSatellite television in India is delivered by the means of communications satellite and received by a satellite dish and set-top box. Satellite television provides a wide range of channels and services, often to areas that are not serviced by terrestrial or cable providers. While Doordarshan ...
Views: 644 - Shakti Peethas in India, Durga Temples in India - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2021 from umesh modiShakti Peethas in India are considered as the most sacred places of Hindu pilgrimage. Hindus from different parts of the country and various parts of the world visit these Shakti peethas to worship the Goddess. The Shakti peethas are also considered to be the holy places of celestial power where ...
Views: 644 - Tourism In Bihar - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2020 from umesh modiTourism in Bihar comprises of both the nature tourism and pilgrimage tourism, that attracts Indians and the tourists outside India. Bihar, in North India, is full of tourist attractions. Being one of the oldest inhabited places in the world with history of three thousand years, it becomes the ...
Views: 644 - Wildlife Sanctuaries of North India - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2021 from umesh modiWildlife sanctuaries of north India are homes to an assortment of flora and fauna. They are protected areas located in the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. These wildlife sanctuaries provide natural habitat to wild species. Some of ...
Views: 644 - Chess in India - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2021 from umesh modiChess in India has always been counted as highly popular, and India enjoys an ancient chess tradition. Chess, or at least an early ancestor called Chaturanga, was arguably invented in India. Modern India has consistently produced exceptional chess professionals, who have achieved memorable ...
Views: 642 - Culture of Daman and Diu - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2021 from umesh modiCulture of Daman and Diu represents a wonderful blend of European, tribal and Indian elements in art form. Daman and Diu has a rich multi faceted cultural heritage. The people of Daman and Diu follow the same customs and traditions as that of the people in Gujarat. The population comprises of ...
Views: 642 - Hockey in India, Indian Athletics - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2020 from umesh modiHockey in India is considered to be one of the most popular games in India. India has earned lot of recognition in all over the world by showing the excellence in the game of hockey. Hockey in India started its journey years back. The British introduced hockey in India in the 19th century. After ...
Views: 642 - Indian Mythology - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2021 from umesh modiIndian Mythology encompasses a wide field of myths and legends concerning Indian religion. India is a country of diverse religious practices and socio-cultural habits which incorporates a saga of a nation with a vivid religious background. Indian Mythology takes into consideration all those ...
Views: 642 - Indian Premier League - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2020 from umesh modiIndian Premier League (IPL) is being considered as the latest, and one of the biggest revolutions in Indian Cricket. Indian Premier League (IPL) is a tournament that follows the Twenty- 20 format and is being run and managed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). A large number of ...
Views: 641 - Indian Temple Architecture - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2021 from umesh modiIndian temple architecture can be referred to as a classical form of Indian art and cultural richness, which is entirely reflected in the chiseled wonders of various temples. The architecture found in ancient Indian temples exhibits the country's old, yet prosperous and splendid culture. These ...
Views: 641 - Culture of Himachal Pradesh - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2021 from umesh modiCulture of Himachal Pradesh becomes rich, extravagant and traditional. Due to this rugged terrain the culture and tradition of the Himachal Pradesh thus, remains unscratched by foreign invasions. Its ethnicity and originality are retained. Culture of Himachal Pradesh is not only exuberant in the ...
Views: 640 - History of Odisha - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2020 from umesh modiHistory of Odisha from the earliest written records can be traced all the way back to 3rd century B.C. Ashoka fought the famous Kalinga war and brought it under Maurya rule. The Chedi emperor Kharvela of Kalinga came to power in second century B.C. He defeated the Mauryas and extended his empire ...
Views: 640 - Tombs in India - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2020 from umesh modiTombs in India were generally dedicated to the Muslim rulers who ruled India for centuries. Basically, there was no indigenous tradition of building tomb in India. The ashes of the dead were carried away by the sacred rivers. Even in Islam, tomb building was restricted. The building of tomb to ...
Views: 640 - History of Indian Villages - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2020 from umesh modiIndia is a vast country with a majority of its total population living in the villages. The Indian society is predominantly divided into two divisions like the rural society and the urban society. Villages have always been an integral part of society in India. No specific timeframe can be ...
Views: 639 - Vedic Civilisation in India - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2021 from umesh modiVedic civilisation followed the Indus Valley Civilisation. Previously some western historians denoted the Vedic people were barbarous and that they devastated the earlier civilisation and built up their own. Now the modern research proved that Vedic civilization was diminished not by the ...
Views: 639 - Culture of West Bengal - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2021 from umesh modiCulture of West Bengal boasts its richness in the reformation movements, making the whole of Oriental culture an upheaval. The proponents of Bengal Renaissance, Ram Mohan Roy, Vidyasagar, and also the Young Bengalis had largely contributed in carving the culture of West Bengal in the mold of ...
Views: 638(1 vote) - Delhi Sultanate, Medieval History of India - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2020 from umesh modiDelhi Sultanate emerged for the first time in India as an autonomous Muslim power in the country. The Delhi Sultanate reigned India from 1290 to 1526 AD. It was the rulers of Delhi Sultanate that strengthened the base. The first ruling empire that was part of the Delhi Sultanate was the Khilji ...
Views: 637 - Indian Tribal Crafts - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2020 from umesh modiIndian tribal craft is an astounding section in modern Indian times, which slowly has taken in a cosmopolitan appearance. The final get-up that such tribal crafts receive to adorn and deck sophisticated Indian city homes, can perhaps only be described after a thorough admiration. Indian tribal ...
Views: 637 - Temples of Rajasthan - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2020 from umesh modiRajasthan popularly known as the incredible land is famous for its collection of temples. The architectural magnificence of the temples in Rajasthan is well known and adds to the incredibility of the land. The excellent sculptures of the Rajasthan temples reflect the artistic magnificence that ...
Views: 637 - Traditional Indian Painting, Indian Paintings - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2020 from umesh modiTraditional Indian Paintings are as old and varied as the land itself. The painting as a form of art has started in India since the prehistoric times. The earliest paintings in India is found on the walls of the caves in Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh where the prehistoric men engraved and painted ...
Views: 637 - Kathakali, Indian Classical Dance - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2021 from umesh modiKathakali is a combination of literature, music, painting, acting and dance. "Katha" means story and "Kali" stands for dance. This is a form of dance formerly confined only to the festival stages in temples. It symbolizes a blending of the Aryan and Dravidian cultures, for shaping its technique. ...
Views: 636 - Classical Dances of India - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2020 from umesh modiClassical dances of India are one of the most comprehensive and oldest dance forms in the world. India offers a number of classical dance forms, each of which can be traced to different parts of the country. Each of these dance form represents the culture of a particular region or group of ...
Views: 635 - Culture of Uttarakhand - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2021 from umesh modiThe newly- formed state of India, Uttarakhand is noted for its scenic beauty. The snowclad peaks of Himalayas, myriad lakes, lush greenery ennobles the cultural heritage of the region. Glaciers in Uttarakhand feast the rivers like Ganga and Yamuna. National Parks and forests thrive in this area. ...
Views: 634 - History of Andaman and Nicobar Islands - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2020 from umesh modiThe history in Andaman and Nicobar Islands says that the British East India Company established a penal colony where criminals convicted for crime against the Company were kept. Prior to the establishment of British Empire in India, the Andaman and Nicobar islands were little known to the people ...
Views: 634 - Tourism in Jharkhand - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2021 from umesh modiTourism in Jharkhand forms an indispensible part of the economy of Jharkhand. Jharkhand is blessed with an exotic landscape: the rolling hills, beautiful plateaus, sparkling rivers, etc. that largely contribute towards tourism at Jharkhand. Besides, the national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, holy ...
Views: 633 - Temples of Tamil Nadu, South India - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2020 from umesh modiThe state of Tamil Nadu is located in the southernmost part of the Indian Peninsula. It is the sixth-most populous state of India and is ranked second in total employment (9.97 percent) in India. This state has hill stations, beach resorts, museums and eight world heritage sites. They have not ...
Views: 631 - Tourism in Uttar Pradesh - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2020 from umesh modiUttar Pradesh is known for its rich culture and tradition due to which it attracts several tourists. Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World in Agrais in Uttar Pradesh. Agra, Jhansi, Lucknow and Meerut are historical cities known for their monuments. Mathura, Vrindavan, Gokul, Varanasi, ...
Views: 631 - Indian Paintings in Ancient Age - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2020 from umesh modiIndian paintings in ancient age involve the multiple forms of classical paintings, which developed in various parts of the country. The cave paintings of Ajanta and Ellora offer some of the most famous creations of the dexterous painters of India. However, ancient Indian paintings not only imply ...
Views: 630 - Lawn Tennis in India, Indian Tennis - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2020 from umesh modiLawn Tennis in India is one of the popular sports of India. It is a game which can be played either indoors or outdoors on a rectangular court by two persons (in singles) or by four of the same sex (women's and men's double) or by men and women partners (mixed doubles). Contrasting to Cricket, ...
Views: 630 - Rudraksha, Astrology - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2020 from umesh modiRudraksha is one of the miraculous creations of nature, where the seed is shaped by number of clefts on its surface. These clefts are known as ‘Mukhis’, or faces. There are about 1 to 38 Mukhi rudraksha present. In most cases, 1 to 14 Mukhi rudraksha are used for astrological purpose. A ...
Views: 630 - Tourism In West Bengal - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2020 from umesh modiWest Bengal, the state in eastern India is endowed with uniqueness in its diversity. It offers its visitors a matchless geographical variety. The state is a tourist's paradise which includes hill stations, religious centres, wild life sanctuaries, and sea beaches. West Bengal is a land of ...
Views: 630 - Community Radio In India, Indian Radio - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2020 from umesh modiCommunity radio is a type of radio service that caters to the interests of a particular area in need of mass awareness. The broadcasting material of community radio has to be popular to the local audience but can be a secondary issue for more powerful broadcast groups. In India, the campaign of ...
Views: 629 - Indian Tribal Jewellery - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2021 from umesh modiIndian Tribal Jewellery is a traditional form of Indian jewellery and is known for its rustic flavour. India is a country, blessed and endowed with a richtribal culture. The tribes of India have preserved the ancient crafts and arts of India with their ethnic pieces of jewellery. Ornaments used ...
Views: 629 - Palaces of India - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2020 from umesh modiPalaces of India are innumerable, scattered throughout the length and breadth of the country and belonging to numerous kings and rulers who ruled India for many centuries. The royal residences of these kings, the palaces are excellent works of architecture, which speak of the creative abilities, ...
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