In the Vedic period, the garments worn was mainly included a single cloth wrapped around the whole body and draped over the shoulder. ‘Paridhana’ is a garment people used to wear in the lower part which was pleated in the front and tied with the belt called ’Mekhala’ and the upper garment is called ‘Uttariya’.Read More
Mead is also called 'Nectar of Gods'. In ancient times it was made in Greek, China, Egypt. But it was drunk in India some 4000 years ago.Read More
Traditional dormitory or youth club is one of the vital social institutions which oblige to endorse assistance in the much needed social life of the tribal community. It dwells in a vital place in the lives of the young boys and girls living in the villages. It also helps them to acquire knowledge about the […]Read More
PROVERBS, SOUNDS & SYMBOLS A proverb is a simple and factual saying popularly known and repeated, which states a truth, based on common sense on the practical knowledge of mortality. Sound signals can convey innumerable messages. Although they do not play any role in fetching variations in the society, it gives indications to its members […]Read More
Somewhere from Ancient India Fashion starts showing its colors. In Indus Valley civilization or Harappa Civilization there is an indication that the people out there use woven cotton fabric. Read More
Symbolizing the Indian culture, the traditionally designed textiles boast motifs. Embroidery has been thought to be an oriental art form, though its origin remains unknown. The Vedic hymns provide evidence to the fact that the needle has been in use in India for centuries.Read More
Indian paintings have a very long history and tradition in Indian art. From rock paintings to modern art, we've been on this beautiful journey for centuries.Read More
The folk music of India, often known as the music of the Earth is an indigenous craft and one of the most heartfelt sounds you'll ever hear. The lore of folk music in India is great. The origin of Indian folk music has been found in the Vedic literature which dates back to 1500 BC.Read More
Before the modern cinema world came to life, our ancestors brought the idea of folk and street theatre, which was known as 'The Sanskrit Theatre'- the art where actors would wear costumes and put on masks and perform in front of a live audience-emerged in the 15th century BC.Read More
Fairs and Festivals were the socializing event for people, they used to gather and meet each other once in a while, decorations were done and great feast was served. Fairs and festivals acted as a traditional media for our forefathers. Some traditional and cultural rituals were also performed like, the involvement of elders telling stories and performing folk dance and music. The culture still continues. Read More