Download or read book Sanchi Rediscovered written by Bipin Ghosal and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born in Choubis Pargana in 1875, he belonged to a Bengali Brahmin family, who had later decided to follow the Christian faith, being disenchanted by the caste system as it prevailed then. His father, Babu Amarnath Ghosal was Secretary to the Municipality of Mirzapur, in the United Provinces and enjoyed a position of repute in society. He received his master's degree in English Literature from Allahabad University and was a gold medallist. His academic record was distinguished, as he later earned distinctions in the advanced specialised courses MRAS and FSA from London. Bipin Ghosal began his career as a professor of English in Bhopal. Later, he took charge of the King Edward Museum, Bhopal State. He was also the Chief Librarian of the prestigious Hamidiya Library. Since he was an archaeologist, he developed a special interest in the Sanchi Stupas, which later turned into a passion. Bipin Ghosal was also instrumental in drawing the attention of Sir John Marshall, Director General, Archaeological Survey of India towards the magnificent Sanchi Stupas, who later took up the restoration work of the monument in 1912. It would be worthy to note that Sanchi got a railway station only through his persistent requests to the British. In acknowledgement of his commitment, hard work, knowledge and documentation skills, he was later given the charge of the Sanchi Museum. Not only the British rulers, but many royal dignitaries from other countries and intellectual personalities of his time had high appreciation for his work on Sanchi. This book is truly a tribute to Sanchi.
Download or read book Buddhist India Rediscovered written by Aruna Deshpande and published by Jaico Publishing House. This book was released on 2013-11-01 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LOSE YOURSELF IN THE BUDDHIST EXPERIENCE INDIA IS THE GUARDIAN OF a rich and ancient culture, and the seat of Buddhism. Mystic monasteries on Himalayan slopes, richly carved stupas amid lush gardens, cavernous dwellings with exquisite paintings –India is home to all these and more. In this, her seventh book, respected historian Aruna Deshpande travels the length and breadth of the country to track down the imprints of Buddhism. Never before has any historian presented every major Buddhist site located in India in one book. Here are the architectural gems of Lumbini, the lesser known Tawang Monastery of Arunachal Pradesh, the unparalleled Bodh Gaya and a reliable guide to visiting all these places. A boon to pilgrims, travelers and armchair explorers alike, Buddhist India Rediscovered will fire the imagination and carry you on a memorable journey. “A remarkably thorough catalogue of India’s Buddhist sites. Whether their interest is in history and culture or Buddhist pilgrimage, I am sure many readers will find this work of great value.” From the foreword by HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA
Download or read book Rediscovery of Vedic and Ancient Bharat written by Ankan Bhaduri, Dr. Anirban Das and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2024-02-15 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rediscovery of Vedic and Ancient Bharat unfolds the profound roots of India's cultural heritage. Spanning from 1500 BCE to 1000 CE, this epoch witnessed a renaissance in Mathematics, Science, Astronomy, Yoga, Literature, and Architecture that resonates through the ages. Embark on a journey through the corridors of intellect, where luminaries like Aryabhata, Charaka and Patanjali carved indelible marks on the pages of time. Within the covers of this book, thirty chapters unveil the brilliance of Bharat's scholars, exploring the contributions of Pingala, Baudhayana, Varahamihira, Brahmagupta and others. Delve into the realms of Science, Yoga and Astronomy, where Aryabhatta, Varahamihira, and Sushruta stand as beacons of enlightenment. Literary marvels by Kalidasa, Shudraka, and Bhavabhuti, among others, paint a vivid canvas of ancient Bharat's literary grandeur. The final chapters stand as monuments to architectural splendors—the timeless Ajanta & Ellora Caves, the majestic Sanchi Stupa, and the awe-inspiring Pattadakal monuments. A treasure trove of knowledge, this work is a testament to the enduring legacy of India's intellectual and cultural brilliance, a legacy that continues to shape the nation's identity and resonate across time.
Download or read book Buddhist Architecture written by Huu Phuoc Le and published by Grafikol. This book was released on 2010 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The volume thoroughly examines the origins and principal types of Buddhist architecture in Asia primarily between the third century BCE-twelfth century CE with an emphasis on India. It aims to construct shared architectural traits and patterns alongwith the derivative relationships between Indian and Asian Buddhist monuments. It also discusses the historical antecedents in the Indus Civilization and the religious and philosophical foundations of the three schools of Buddhism and its founder, Buddha. Previously obscure topics such as Aniconic and Vajrayana (Tantric) architecture and the four holiest sites of Buddhism will also be covered in this comprehensive volume. The author further investigates the influences of Buddhist architecture upon Islamic, Christian, and Hindu architecture that have been overlooked by past scholars."
Download or read book Buddhist Circuit in Central India written by and published by Goodearth Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the 3rd century BC, when Emperor Ashoka erected the famous pillar and stupa at Sanchi, Sanchi has been a favoured spiritual hub for Buddhists. Buddhist Circuit in Central India explores the architectural magic and historical importance of Sanchi with breathtaking images, as well as Buddhist sites around Sanchi Sonari, Satdhara, Andher and Murelkhurd which are historically significant, and yet off the beaten track. The guide covers some nearby destinations from Sanchi that make for exciting day-trips like Udaigiri Caves, Gyaraspur, Vidisha, and Udaypur. There is a well-researched section on Bhopal, the gateway to Sanchi, and two convenient excursions Bhimbhetka and Bhojpur. The guide will not only be an invaluable companion to Buddhist pilgrims, but to tourists, connoisseurs of Buddhist art and architecture and the armchair traveller.
Download or read book India Rediscovered written by Mahesh Vikram Singh and published by Northern Book Centre. This book was released on 2006 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: India Rediscovered in not just another title. India always needed to be rediscovered for the future making of the nation. It needed to be rediscovered in the context of interplay of its inherent spirit and changing material conditions althrough the past. It needed to be rediscovered in the cycles of rise and fall, revival and rejuvenation of all its civilizational and cultural ethos. It needed to be rediscovered for a better understanding of the causes of a number of misgivings and misconceptions with a view to find a more positive and rational path of its rebuilding and finally it needed to be rediscovered to listen to the call of the age. Salient Features: • The book falls in the line of some exceptional writings on India’s past to its present in a surveying manner and style. • Analyses the direction of Indian history on the basis of the inter-relationship of spirit and matter with regard to general will of the people. • Evaluates the progress of civilization and culture, state and society in India in terms of maximum and total efficiency during different eras of Indian history which is altogether a new vision of looking at India’s past. • Very well studded with references and an exhaustive theme-index at the end for the benefit of readers and researchers with a view to open new vistas of research in the field and hence a big contribution to the knowledge.
Download or read book Colonialism and the Object written by T. J. Barringer and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing together intensive case studies from an international group of scholars, the editors explore the impact of colonial contact with other cultures on the material culture of both the colonized and the imperial nation.
Download or read book Colonialism and the Object written by Tim Barringer and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing together an international group of scholars from a variety of disciplinary and cultural backgrounds, Colonialism and the Object explores the impact of colonial contact with other cultures on the material culture of both the colonized and the imperial nation. The book includes intensive case-studies of objects from India, Pakistan, New Zealand, China and Africa, all of which were collected by, or exhibited in, the institutions of the British Empire, and key chapters address issues of radical identity across cultural barriers, and the hybird styles of objects which can emerge when cultures meet. Colonialism and the Object is essential reading for all those interested in post-colonial theory, museum studies, material culture and design history.
Download or read book 2024 25 SSC General Studies Chapter wise Topic and Subject wise Solved Papers written by YCT Expert Team and published by YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES. This book was released on with total page 1106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2024-25 SSC General Studies Chapter-wise, Topic and Subject-wise Solved Papers 1104 1595 E. This book contains 957 set papers with detail analytical explanation and based on revised answer key.
Download or read book 108 Places To See Before Nirvana written by Kyle Neo and published by PartridgeIndia. This book was released on 2014-05 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buddhism has always been inspirational, spiritual if not philosophical to me; the teaching that existed more than 2,500 years ago is as relevant as we are living in this world. The tranquility of each Buddhist sites, regardless in the form of ancient temples, monuments or cities in some way put me into trance. What better way to travel than just following the footsteps of the highly transcendent and sublime being, the Buddha?
Download or read book International Dictionary of Historic Places Asia and Oceania written by Trudy Ring and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1994 with total page 980 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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Download or read book CUET UG Section II History Study Notes with Theory Practice MCQs for Complete Preparation Conducted by NTA written by and published by EduGorilla Community Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EduGorilla's History Study Notes are the best-selling notes for CUET UG Section II - History Exam. Their content is well-researched and covers all topics related to History •The Study Guide are designed to help students prepare thoroughly for their exams, with topic-wise notes that are comprehensive and easy to understand. •The notes also include solved multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for self-evaluation, allowing students to gauge their progress and identify areas that require further improvement. •This Study Materials are perfect for understanding the pattern and type of questions asked in CUET UG History •This study notes are tailored to the latest syllabus as given by NTA for the exams, making them a valuable resource for exam preparation.
Download or read book India written by John Leak and published by Vacation Work Publications. This book was released on 1997 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to India which extends to a choice of trips off the beaten track as well as describing all the major attractions of the subcontinent.
Download or read book General Studies SSC written by YCT Expert Team and published by YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES. This book was released on with total page 960 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2022-23 SSC CGL/CHSL/CPO SI/JE/MTS/GD General Studies Chapter-wise Solved Papers
Download or read book Burning the Dead written by David Arnold and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Burning the Dead traces the evolution of cremation in India and the South Asian diaspora across the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Through interconnected histories of movement, space, identity, and affect, it examines how the so-called traditional practice of Hindu cremation on an open-air funeral pyre was culturally transformed and materially refashioned under British rule, following intense Western hostility, colonial sanitary acceptance, and Indian adaptation. David Arnold examines the critical reception of Hindu cremation abroad, particularly in Britain, where India formed a primary reference point for the cremation debates of the late nineteenth century, and explores the struggle for official recognition of cremation among Hindu and Sikh communities around the globe. Above all, Arnold foregrounds the growing public presence and assertive political use made of Hindu cremation, its increasing social inclusivity, and its close identification with Hindu reform movements and modern Indian nationhood.
Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Indian Events Dates written by S. B. Bhattacherje and published by Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: India, in this chronology of events, stands for the country as it is today and as it was before the Partition in 1947. This book takes off from 1424 BC, the year widely accepted by historians as that of the Battle of Mahabharata. Until the end of the 17th century, it mostly covers historical events with reference to matters concerning religion as well as the lives of luminaries. From the 18th century onwards, the chronology gradually embraces various aspects of the national panorama, including social reforms, law, politics, literature, education, sports, science, discoveries, inventions, industry, communications, cinema, etc., These are interspersed with anecdotes to make the book more interesting. The present edition has been revised till July 2008. Divided into four parts, the encyclopaedia contains: (A) a chronology of events, by year with cross-references to other years; (B) arrangement of the events by calendar dates; (C) a list of important dynasties; and (D) a full index section, as well as an extra feature, 'First time in India' Chr(45) General and Women.
