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Bhoot khola

In Context The folk art of Bhoota Kola recently depicted in a famous Kannada movie; Kantara has come under controversy. About B?ta K?l?,also referred to as daiva k?l? or n?m?, is an animistic ritual dance performance prevalent among Hindus of Tulu Nadu and parts of Malenadu of Karnataka and Kasargod in northern Kerala, India.  The […]

G20 Culture Track

In News  As Part of India’s G20 Presidency, the Government is planning to host five key meetings focusing on the “culture track” at Khajuraho, Bhubaneswar, Hampi and Agra. About  The cities have been chosen mainly for well-known monuments and UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Taj Mahal and Agra Fort (UP), the Hindu and Jain […]

Mahakal Lok Corridor

In News Recently, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Mahakal Lok corridor built at the Mahakaleshwar temple. More about the news The Mahakaleshwar temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and houses one of the 12 Jyotirlingas (representation of Lord Shiva) in India. The Mahakal Lok corridor project: The Mahakaleshwar Temple Corridor Development Project will provide better […]

Modhera Sun Temple

In News  Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Modhera which is famous for its Sun Temple.  About  Modhera is known for the Sun temple situated on the bank of the Pushpavati river.  The temple was built after 1026-27 CE during the reign of Bhima I of the Chalukya dynasty. The remains of the Sun Temples at […]

UNESCO’s list of iconic Indian textiles

In News Recently, UNESCO released a list of 50 exclusive and iconic heritage textile crafts of the country. The report is titled Handmade for the 21st Century: Safeguarding Traditional Indian Textile.  About the report  The report lists: The histories and legends behind the textiles. Describes the complicated and secret processes behind their making. Mentions the […]

Mahakaleshwar Corridor

In News The Prime Minister is to inaugurate the Mahakaleshwar Corridor constructed in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain at a cost of Rs 350 crore, on October 11. Background The temple in its present form was built by the Maratha general Ranoji Shinde in 1734 CE.  Before Independence, the Devasthan Trust used to look after the temple.  […]

Ajanta-era Buddhist Caves

In News The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has reported 26 Buddhist caves in Madhya Pradesh’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve following an exploration exercise this year. About History:  The caves date back to the time between 2nd century BC and 5th century BC, and pertain to the Mahayana sect of Buddhism.  The exploration was held in […]

Dada Saheb Phalke Award

In News Recently, Veteran actress Asha Parekh has been declared the recipient of the 2020 Dadasaheb Phalke award, making her the 52nd awardee of the honour. Dadasaheb Phalke award Beginning: The Government of India started it in 1969 to commemorate Dadasaheb Phalke, known as the ‘Father of Indian Cinema’. He made India’s first full-length feature […]

Sittanavasal Cave

In News Recently, the Archaeological Survey of India has undertaken conservation measures and also introduced digital checks to track public access in  Sittanavasal. About Sittanavasal Cave (also, Arivar Koil) is a 2nd-century Tamil ?rama?a complex of caves in Sittanavasal village in Pudukottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.  Its name is a distorted form of Sit-tan-na-va-yil, […]

Nizam’s Sword

Context A 14th-century ceremonial sword that was sold in Hyderabad to a British General in the early 20th century is set to return to India. About The sword is among the seven objects being repatriated by Glasgow Life, which manages Glasgow’s museums. The sword, shaped like a snake, has serrated edges and a damascene pattern, […]