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Ancient history

FOLK DANCE: TRADITIONAL MEDIA FORMS OF INDIA

India is a country with a plethora of cultural treasures and dance is one of them. Dance is a fully-fledged art form, belonging to the 'performing arts' which allows a human to express his feelings, thoughts and experiences.In Hindu mythology, dance is believed to have been conceived by Brahma. Lord Brahma is said to have inspired the sage Bharata Muni to write the Natya Shastra, a treatise on performing arts, from which a codified practice of dance and drama emerged. The best known of Hindu deities Shiva, Kali and Krishna are typically represented by dancing. Shiva's cosmic dance, Read More

Ancient history

PUPPETRY: TRADITIONAL MEDIA FORM OF INDIA

Puppetry is the indigenous theatre of India. It is a subject as varied as many other cultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent. From times immemorial, it has been the most popular and well appreciated form of entertainment available to people. The art of puppetry includes the making and manipulation of puppets for use in some kind of theatrical performance. The suggestive element of a puppet being controlled by a master makes it an intriguing experience for the audience.The origin of puppetry in India cannot be dated but some scholars believe that the puppetry art tradition is more than thousands Read More