Source: The post is based on the article “Stone-age carvings found in Aravalis in Gurugram” published in TOI on 7th February 2023. What is the News? Various Paleolithic paintings found in the Aravalli hills and the latest discovery of stone carvings in the Badshahpur area of Gurugram has widened the trove of history in the… Continue reading Stone-age carvings found in Aravalis in Gurugram
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Dhamaal: The incredible story of how East African culture shaped the music of a state in India
Source: The post is based on the article “Dhamaal: The incredible story of how East African culture shaped the music of a state in India” published in Down To Earth on 7th February 2023. What is the News? The story of Dhamaal performance traditions by Siddis reveals the rich and complex mixing of cultures in… Continue reading Dhamaal: The incredible story of how East African culture shaped the music of a state in India
Shumang Leela: The art of gender-bending
Source: The post is based on the article “Shumang Leela: The art of gender-bending” published in The Hindu on 29th January 2023. What is the News? A traditional style of theatre art called Shumang Leela from Manipur has entertained and informed audiences for centuries. What is Shumang Leela? Shumang Leela is a traditional form of… Continue reading Shumang Leela: The art of gender-bending
Ramcharitmanas of Tulsidas, and criticism of the holy book
Source: The post is based on the article “Ramcharitmanas of Tulsidas, and criticism of the holy book” published in Indian Express on 28th January 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Ramcharitmanas?3 Who is Goswami Tulsidas?4 Which portions of Ramcharitmanas are criticized? What is the News? Bihar Education Minister has said that the Ramcharitmanas… Continue reading Ramcharitmanas of Tulsidas, and criticism of the holy book
Puri’s Jagannath Temple: Why non-Hindus and foreigners can’t enter here
Source: The post is based on the article “Puri’s Jagannath Temple: Why non-Hindus and foreigners can’t enter here” published in Indian Express on 22nd January 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Lord Jagannath Temple?3 Why are non-Hindus not allowed inside the temple?4 How can Non-Hindus then worship Lord Jagannath? What is the News?… Continue reading Puri’s Jagannath Temple: Why non-Hindus and foreigners can’t enter here
Assam’s Charaideo Maidam nominated for UNESCO world heritage tag: Assam CM
Source: The post is based on the article “Assam’s Charaideo Maidam nominated for UNESCO world heritage tag: Assam CM” published in The Hindu on 23rd January 2023 What is the News? Assam chief minister has said that Charaideo Moidams (pyramids) is India’s nomination for UNESCO’s world heritage site status in the cultural category for 2023-24.… Continue reading Assam’s Charaideo Maidam nominated for UNESCO world heritage tag: Assam CM
Archaeological Survey of India all set to begin Excavation at Purana Qila again
Source: The post is based on the article “Archaeological Survey of India all set to begin Excavation at Purana Qila again” published in PIB on 18th January 2023. What is the News? The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is all set to begin excavation at Delhi’s Purana Qila again. What is Purana Qila? Purana Qila… Continue reading Archaeological Survey of India all set to begin Excavation at Purana Qila again
Roman secret to durable architecture? Self-healing concrete
Source: The post is based on the article “Roman secret to durable architecture? Self-healing concrete” published in Down To Earth on 13th January 2023. What is the News? New research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, and laboratories in Italy and Switzerland have discovered the secret behind Roman construction abilities. What was the… Continue reading Roman secret to durable architecture? Self-healing concrete
Juna Khatiya Site: Gujarat’s Harappan necropolis reveals death rituals of 5,000 years ago
Source: The post is based on the article “Gujarat’s Harappan necropolis reveals death rituals of 5,000 years ago” published in The Hindu on 13th January 2023. What is the News? Excavations at one of the biggest necropolises at Juna Khatiya village (Kutch, Gujarat) show rows of graves with valuable items such as Ceramic pots, beaded… Continue reading Juna Khatiya Site: Gujarat’s Harappan necropolis reveals death rituals of 5,000 years ago
Corbusier’s vision for Chandigarh: The genius & the flaws
Source: The post is based on the article “Corbusier’s vision for Chandigarh: The genius & the flaws” published in Indian Express on 12th January 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 Who was Le Corbusier?3 What are the key features of Le Corbusier Chandigarh Plan?4 Why has Le Corbusier’s plan for Chandigarh been criticized? What is… Continue reading Corbusier’s vision for Chandigarh: The genius & the flaws
