A study of sallekhana practice from the death memorials of Karntaka
Guest Author
Introduction The fundamental principle of Jainism is that entire universe is made up of 6 substances, out of which ‘jiva’ and ‘ajiva’ are important to understand. Jiva or the soul…
Art and Culture
Dashrath Nandan Ram – The Complete Life and Legacy of Maryada Purushottam
Dr Janki Thaker
Introduction Dashrath Nandan Ram, the firstborn of King Dashrath from Ayodhya, is respected as a divine incarnation of Lord Vishnu and stands as a timeless symbol of virtue, dharma, and…
Transcending Symbolism: The Transformation of Buddhist Art from Aniconism to Iconography
Abstract: India has been a land of constant artistic developments with influences of region, religion etc. Art has been an integral part of India since ancient times to present. Several…
The Evolution of the Bhakti Movement Across India
Dr Dinesh Soni
The Bhakti movement was a devotional revolution that swept through India during the medieval period. It emphasized intense personal love for God over ritualistic practices, making spirituality accessible to all…
Chiteri Art: Echoes of Devotion on Rural Walls
In the culturally rich heartland of Bundelkhand, spanning parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, thrives a little-known but deeply evocative folk art form called Chiteri. Rooted in the traditions…
The Nritta Murti of the Temple
Dr Hima Bindu Kanoj
In the Thillai court, he dances, a dance so divine, in a form so splendid…… How can one visualize that splendid form, in fact , how to give a form…
Pancha Maha Bhutas : Temples and Vastu Shastra
The five elements of nature – Pancha Maha Bhutas are not just the fundamental components of material world; they are the very essence of existence itself, intricately intertwined into the…
A Tapestry of Stone and Symbol : Unveiling the Ornamental Language of Indian Monuments
Indian monuments stand as testaments to a rich history, diverse cultures, and unparalleled artistic expression. These architectural marvels transcend their physical form, becoming canvases upon which stories are told, beliefs…
Warli Painting: Tradition, Transition, and the Essence of Nature
Paintings are often seen as articles of entertainment and decoration. However, they have deeper meanings associated with them in cultural and ritualistic aspects. Beyond their alluring appearance, paintings often play…
The Inclusion of new waves in Indian Art : the Art of 19th century
The tradition of Painting in Indian roots has been traced from the fresco Paintings of Ajanta, which presents a keen analysis of how art became a medium of communication and…