Halma: A Bhil blueprint for collective action on climate change
Climate change is a collective action problem that can be dealt more with cultural values than economic incentives. India’s Bhil tribe offers the blueprint.
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Cultural Significance of Salt in South India
Salt is considered as goddess Lakshmi. As Lakshmi and Vishnu reside in the pal kadal (Sea of milk, abode of Vishnu) and as salt (at least the majority) is also extracted from the sea, Tamils perceive salt as Lakshmi.
The Masala in the INDIAN MASALA DOSA!
It’s food, crispy or salty, sweet or meat. It’s always a treat when it is right to pop into one’s mouth but the second it becomes naturally exhausted or stale, it finds its way to the dustbin.
Sufis as rebels and the syncretic tradition of medieval India
Sufis propagated a liberal form of Islam that did not coerce people into conversions. Even in times of hatred, they spoken the language of love.
Saree: A timeless fabric for all occasions
Saree has often enjoyed the undisputed laurel of being associated with elegance and beauty. The journey of saree has indeed been a long one, traversing past generations and narrating the tale of human passion.
Misconceptions about Northeast India
Northeast India remains an integral part of our country. Its rich heritage and culture brings glory to our country. There are many misconceptions that therefore need to be cleared.
The national language conundrum
Article 343 of the Indian Constitution diluted all these expectations giving Hindi and English the status of twin official languages at the Union level
Kushti Akhada: A dying culture in India
Indian wrestlers who have brought laurels for our country credit all their success to their Akhada training that they did during their initial days
Violence and caste terrorism in India
A hidden apartheid is constantly working at the backdrop of the minds of the perpetrators who commit such violence. It is very important to handle the issue of caste with utmost cautiousness, alertness, and proper knowledge
Reviving the Handicraft in India
Today, we notice that popular fashion has been influenced with traditional arts. The youth today is increasingly moving towards traditional arts.
India- Charm of pseudoscience and need for scientific thinking
A lot of Indians attach great value to astrological predictions basing their entire life decisions on it. This can be a reason for worry, as some may make rash decisions based on a horoscope reading. It is not uncommon in India to find highly educated people inclined towards astrology.
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