Music of India

traditions and their culture. The Bhil tribe is one of these tribes. The Bhil tribe is very unique and is the largest tribe of South Asia. The Bhil tribals are also known as the bow men of Rajasthan or ‘The Archers’. They are located mainly in Northern India and in the mountain regions, and some have spread to Maharashtra. They belong to the race of the indo aryans The Bhil tribes have many special attributes such as-their beliefs, culture, religion, lifestyle and history. The Bhil tribes are…

of the emperor along with the upper-class. Qin Shihuangdi provided a single law code for the entire temple, and appointed governors, military, and any other legal powers. India, on the other hand didn’t have a strict political structure. The social aspect, had a beyond rigid system, called the caste system. Everyone in India was born into the caste system. Someone could potentially more down, although there was no moving up. The people were not allowed to marry or even speak to anyone outside…

derivative of the Sanskrit words which means two languages i.e., Dvi (two), Basha (languages). A person who speaks two languages, that of the natives of India and the English or other European language was Dubash. Language barriers between the natives and East India Company officials created this position, and prominent citizens from each presidency of East India Company were appointed as Dubashs. They played an important role in politics, community and trade. In facilitating trade and…

4.1.1 Scope of Tourism in India India has the Himalayan ranges in the north, a long coastline surrounded by seas in the south. In addition, India is rich in varied landscapes, enchanting historical sites and royal cities, clean beaches, serene mountain retreats, rich cultures and festivities to enjoy and rejuvenate. In any part of the year, India can offer a wide selection of destinations and experiences. In summer, there are lovely retreats amidst the heady beauty in the Himalayas or the…

draws his experiences from multiple locations. Anita Desai in a Review, Sitting Pretty, (1993) pertinently comments: Seth belongs to the generation of practitioners of Indian Writing in English, born after Independence who has attracted attention in India and abroad and even made the reading and writing of novels a respectable pursuit. (Anita Desai 26) Due to the diversity of his themes, forms and genres, the literary world wants to study him. Thus, being an international writer, Vikram Seth…

If there are two words that do not belong together, they are feminism and India. The stringent, traditional culture that encompasses the majority of India has no place for feminism. It is a male-dominated society where the value of a woman is measured by her dowry. Feminism in India tries to create a voice for women, where their value is measured in their intelligence and willingness to succeed rather how much money she can bring to her husband’s family. It also allows problems like female…

Importance of Dusherra: India is famous for its rich culture and tradition. The country is also called the land of festivities and celebration. Synonymously known as Vijay Dashmi, Dusherra is celebrated to commemorate the victory of good over evil. Dusherra is known by a number of other names like Dasara or Dashain or Durgotsav. Dashmi being the tenth lunar day of the Hindu calendar month the festival is celebrated on the tenth day of Navratri. The festival falls in the month of Ashwin…

India is a country culturally diverse yet spiritually intertwined. Having over eight different religions and innumerable castes, creeds and tribes, I often wondered if the country is vulnerable due to the differences between the races. Time and again, I had heard how the differences are surpassed by the heartwarming festivals celebrated in India. And during my latest visit, I personally experienced the warmth myself. Despite being born and brought up in India, I had spent a significant number…

at a peak of power. At the same time, however, and perhaps as a result, a return to the roots phenomenon is occurring among non-Western civilizations” (Huntington, 1996, p.26). This can first be understand by being aware of how complex of a nation India truly is when analyzing its multiple divisions embedded throughout its culture. There is an abundant amount of variety in many aspects…

Buddhism is next, Historians believe Buddhism was formed in northern India around the 5th century B.C.E. This custom hints that the beginning to Siddhartha Gautama, who is known as Buddha. Siddhartha saw the sorrow in the world and went to find a solution. Through meditation and study, he reached an “enlightened state” of being that marked the end of accessories, and ultimately, upon his death, issue after the “cycle of rebirth”. The Buddha's wisdoms are often condensed in the “Four Noble…