From Stone to Symbol: How Monuments Shape Collective Identity
Monuments often greet us in silence. Standing firm against time, they appear as mute witnesses to history – structures of […]
Art and Culture
The Nature of Archaeological Heritage of Nalanda
Introduction In India’s cultural heritage, Nalanda holds an immensely significant place. Located in the Nalanda district of Bihar, this ancient
The Sage & The King: Exploring Kaṇiṣka’s relations with Buddha’s image
The list of kings who have enjoyed historic connections to Buddha and his creed is spread across volumes. But, in
A study of sallekhana practice from the death memorials of Karntaka
Introduction The fundamental principle of Jainism is that entire universe is made up of 6 substances, out of which ‘jiva’
Dashrath Nandan Ram – The Complete Life and Legacy of Maryada Purushottam
Introduction Dashrath Nandan Ram, the firstborn of King Dashrath from Ayodhya, is respected as a divine incarnation of Lord Vishnu
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
The Evolution of the Bhakti Movement Across India
The Bhakti movement was a devotional revolution that swept through India during the medieval period. It emphasized intense personal love
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
The Nritta Murti of the Temple
In the Thillai court, he dances, a dance so divine, in a form so splendid…… How can one visualize that
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