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- 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: 449 - Culture of Puducherry - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2020 from umesh modiThe people of Pondicherry wear traditional Indian dresses. Men wear pants and shirts. Women prefer wearing saris, long skirts and blouses. People do not wear beach wear in the city as such dresses will invite unwanted attention. Nudity is banned in Puducherry. There are the presence of ...
Views: 360 - History of Indian Wedding - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2020 from umesh modiHistory of Indian Wedding says that early societies for social as well as political reasons had to have secure means for the perpetuation of the species and an institution to handle the granting of property rights and marriage was the institution for fulfilling that need. In Indian culture, ...
Views: 453 - Leisure Tourism in Andaman and Nicobar Islands - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2020 from umesh modiLeisure Tourism in Andaman and Nicobar Islands draws attention to the inland and the outland tourists of all ages. In case people are looking forward to spend their leisurely hours away from the bustling cities. Andaman and Nicobar Islands will be perfect for them. This group of island is ...
Views: 335 - Art and Culture of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andaman and Nicobar Islands - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2020 from umesh modiArt and Culture of Andaman and Nicobar Islands are very rich. The Cellular jail of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is being developed as a National Memorial. These far-away situated islands show severe settlements that could hardly be blessed for fine arts and architecture. Most of the tribes are on ...
Views: 446 - 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: 453 - 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: 464 - Sixteen Mahajanapadas - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2020 from umesh modiThe literal meaning of Mahajanapadas is great kingdoms. They flourished in the north/north western parts of India before the rise of Buddhism. Aryans have migrated into India long time back and there were regular friction between them and the non aryan tribes concerning, cattle, fodder, land ...
Views: 411 - Sufism, Religious Movement - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2020 from umesh modiSufism, mostly referred to as a way of life, encompasses certain mysticism within it. To be a true human being, free from all bondages and honest with the Almighty is being a Sufi. Sufism is all about learning how to be a complete person, who exists in total harmony with the Universal ...
Views: 434 - Ashtanga Ayurveda - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2020 from umesh modiAshtanga Ayurveda deals with the eight branches of Ayurvedic specialization. In accordance with Charaka Samhita, a scientific creation of Charaka, the science of Ayurveda is divided into eight different parts, collectively known as Ashtanga Ayurveda. These eight branches are Kayachikitsa, Shalya ...
Views: 490 - Churches of Maharashtra - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2020 from umesh modiChristianity had touched the state of Maharashtra ages ago and Churches of Maharashtra stand as its living testaments. Since time immemorial they have served a number of Christian pilgrims and devotees. Built in ancient times, the churches have still retained their beauty and elegance owing to ...
Views: 437 - 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: 443 - Tourist Spots around Delhi - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2020 from umesh modiTourist Spots around Delhi serve as a major as a major source of attraction for the sightseers. Apart from its magnificent monuments, mosques, forts and shrines, tourists also throng to get glimpses of the amusements parks, enchanting lakes, gardens and picnic spots and flamboyant restaurants ...
Views: 426 - Silent Era, Indian Cinema - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2020 from umesh modiThe National Film Archive of India has a record of about 1313 silent films produced in India in the last 22 years. It was one of the most productive eras of the Indian cinema. From the beginning, as everywhere in the world, silent films had musical accompaniments. The Indian Films had a small ...
Views: 501 - Wedding in India - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2020 from umesh modiWedding in India and its various traditions are vast. They differ with the different regions of the country. This special social ceremony includes several elaborate rituals. The customs and rituals play a significant role in Indian marriages, be it a Hindu marriage ceremony or a Muslim marriage ...
Views: 526 - History of Delhi - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2020 from umesh modiHistory of Delhi goes back to centuries back and narrates some of the most significant occurrences in the history of India. The earliest architectural relics of Delhi date back to the Maurya Empire (c. 300 BC). The history of Delhi murmurs the tale of ancient and buried timelines. History of ...
Views: 404 - Culture of Delhi - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2020 from umesh modiThe capital city of India and also the third largest in the world ranking, Delhi has a rich cultural heritage. In fact Delhi culture is a fine mingling of old and new- the Old Delhi embodies exquisite monuments, forts, museums, and the New Delhi is an emblem of architecture and palatial ...
Views: 606 - Churches in Tamil Nadu - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2020 from umesh modiChurches of Tamil Nadu hold a significant place in the society as well as history of India. Establishment of many of these churches narrates important events of the past. Since ages, Christianity is widely spread in the state of Tamil Nadu and the churches of this state consolidate this fact. ...
Views: 416 - Churches of Kerala - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2020 from umesh modiKerala houses a plethora of churches testifying widespread Christianity in the state since ages. With the advent of British rule, this religion became more prominent in India. The culture and traditions of this religion had been greatly sheltered and nourished by the churches built in different ...
Views: 425 - 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: 456 - Churches of West Bengal - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2020 from umesh modiWest Bengal houses a large number of churches. These elegant churches of West Bengal stand as prominent monuments of the state. The establishment of some of these churches dates back to ancient times and they stand as the memorial of many historic events of the state. These churches not only ...
Views: 373 - Ayurvedic Diet - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from umesh modiAyurvedic diet is a holistic health treatment that includes herbs, meditation, massage and yoga. The science of Ayurveda teaches that right diet is the foundation of healing. The ancient Indian science of medicine ‘Ayurveda’ emphasizes that every individual requires balance and considers diet as ...
Views: 549 - Natyashastra - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from umesh modiNatyashastra is an ancient form of Indian theatre with details performing arts, encompassing theatre, dance and music. It was written during the period between 200 BC and 200 AD in classical India and is traditionally attributed to the Sage Bharata. It is elaborate of all treatises on dramatic ...
Views: 493 - Indian Renaissance - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from umesh modiIndian Renaissance occurred after the emergence of the British forces, when a mass religious and social awakening took place. The foremost reformists had undertaken the task with a lot of eagerness and enthusiasm. The word ‘Renaissance’ stands for rebirth and Indian renaissance refers to that ...
Views: 433 - World Cup Cricket and India - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from umesh modiWorld Cup Cricket since its inception in the year 1975 includes India as one of its participant teams .As the biggest tournament of One-Day international format, the World Cup Cricket was first held in the year 1975 in England. Since then, India has participated in all the editions of the ...
Views: 416 - 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: 447 - Cricket Leagues in India - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from umesh modiCricket Leagues in India is considered as a celebration by the population of India as the game has achieved the status of religion in the country. India has a rich history of organizing several domestic level tournaments. The history of domestic and international based Cricket leagues in India ...
Views: 431 - 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: 457 - History of Uttar Pradesh - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2020 from umesh modiThe major part of Indo-Gangetic plain or the North fertile plain forms Uttar Pradesh. Known as UP since the Raj Days, Uttar Pradesh or " the Northern State" is the heart of Hinduism. The history of Uttar Pradesh is very much the history of India. The area of UP was occupied by Aryans or the ...
Views: 479 - 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: 462 - Ayurvedic Massage - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2020 from umesh modiAyurvedic Massage is the key to good health and is necessary both for prevention and cure of diseases. Also known as ‘Abhyanga’, Ayurvedic massage is a type of passive exercise. Abhyanga is done before the morning shower or bath and is one of the commonest practices of Ayurveda. Ayurvedic ...
Views: 521 - Traditional Dresses of States of India - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2020 from umesh modiTraditional dresses of the states of India vary with region, religion and community. Every state of India has its own culture, customs and standard of living to follow and to celebrate fairs and festivals with these traditions. Festivals are the best way to explore India and its culture, which ...
Views: 418 - Culture of Assam - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2020 from umesh modiThe culture of Assam is formed by co-mingling cultural elements of South East Asian countries. It is constituted of different sub systems. Symbolism is a key element of Assamese culture. Significant symbolic elements are Tamulpan, Xorai and Gamosa. Assamese are hospitable and revered their ...
Views: 504 - Arya Samaj - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2020 from umesh modiArya Samaj was a powerful religious movement in India during the nineteenth century. The movement was led by Swami Dayanand Saraswati, who started it in 1875. Arya Samaj had similarities with the Brahmo Samaj in its ideology and the mode of operations. Dayanand Saraswati was a Sanyasi ...
Views: 585 - 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: 461 - 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: 440 - Indian Puranic Villages, Villages of India - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2020 from umesh modiIndian Puranic Villages are the origin point of the Indian social structure, its rules, regulations, norms, and lifestyle. These villages were small units of clustered households, living within the realm of spirituality and simplicity. There were several villages in India during the Puranic age ...
Views: 450 - Tourism in Assam - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2020 from umesh modiTourism in Assam is dominated by the nature and pilgrimage sites. The might Brahmaputra River is dominated in Assam region. Assam is situated in between the foothills of Himalayas to the north and the hills and plateau of Meghalaya to the south. It is an attractive state with miles of smooth, ...
Views: 460 - Brahmo Samaj - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2020 from umesh modiBrahmo Samaj was one of the most prominent religious groups in India during the eighteenth century. The eminent Bengali educationalist and social reformer, Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Sabha in 1828 and it became famous as Brahmo Samaj later. The Brahmo Samaj was actually a community of ...
Views: 497 - Brahmo Samaj - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2020 from umesh modiBrahmo Samaj was one of the most prominent religious groups in India during the eighteenth century. The eminent Bengali educationalist and social reformer, Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Sabha in 1828 and it became famous as Brahmo Samaj later. The Brahmo Samaj was actually a community of ...
Views: 498 - Indian Village Art - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2020 from umesh modiIndian Village Art displays the culture and tradition of their respective villages. Every region in India has its own style and pattern of art. The Indian folk paintings, their styles and patterns are as diverse as the Indian nation itself. Folk paintings use very vibrant and natural colours and ...
Views: 416 - Seven Dhatus in Ayurveda - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2020 from umesh modiSeven Dhatus are the foundation structure of our body and the basis of growth and survival. The food that we consume is assimilated in our body in the form of ‘Ahar Rasa’ which helps in survival, growth and fortification. From this Ahar Rasa originates the life sap or ‘Jeevan Rasa’ which is the ...
Views: 490 - Twelve Houses in Horoscope - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2020 from umesh modiTwelve Houses in Horoscope describes an individual’s life. The twelve houses bear their individual ruling planet, their meaning and their related zodiac sign. The entire life aspects and qualities of the person are recorded in the Twelve Houses of a horoscope. In Vedic Astrology, the houses are ...
Views: 426 - Churches of Old Goa - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2020 from umesh modiThe Churches and Convents at Velha (Old) Goa owe their existence to the Portuguese rule. The churches depict the European architectural style and have been of much historical importance. These churches have been major tourist spots attracting visitors from all over the world. Churches of Old Goa ...
Views: 360 - Table Tennis in India - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2020 from umesh modiTable Tennis in India is considered as one of the most widely played sports among the young adults. The game is played quite extensively in almost all the schools, colleges and universities in India and the young generation is the highest admirers of this game. Though the game was originally ...
Views: 405 - Churches and Convents of Goa - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2020 from umesh modiGoa has some world famous churches and convents and the most comprehensive group of churches and cathedrals built during 16th and 17th century AD at Old Goa and are a legacy of the Portuguese. The famous churches of old Goa comprises of Se' Cathedral, Church and Convent of St. Francis of Assisi, ...
Views: 460 - Temples of Jharkhand - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2020 from umesh modiTemples of JharkhandJharkhand was previously a part of Bihar, which have immense historical importance. A tour of Jharkhand will enable one to venture into the fame and glory of the land by visiting some of the very ancient and beautifully constructed temples, which tell the tales of the ...
Views: 421 - Indian Schools of Sculptures, Indian Sculpture - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2020 from umesh modiIndian Schools of Sculptures are very ancient and rich in nature. India has witnessed the art in a form of sculpture due to the patronage of various kings and migratory groups. However as far as schools of sculpture in the true sense of the term include Pala school of sculpture, Mathura school ...
Views: 397 - Polo in India, Indian Traditional Sport - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2020 from umesh modiPolo in India, Indian Traditional SportPolo came to India with the hands of British East India Company’s officials. But from some sources, it is found that Polo has an ancient origin. The kings of Manipur and the Mongoloid races used to play polo from ancient eras. The Indian state of Manipur is ...
Views: 478 - Aromatherapy, Naturopathy - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2020 from umesh modiAromatherapy is the alternative branch of medicine, which, in literal sense, means "Treatment through Fragrance". Aromatherapy is the modern name for a very ancient knowledge of healing and improving overall well being, using fragrant natural plant extracts. These plant extracts are called ...
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