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Author Profile

Dr. S.P. Shahi, M.A., Ph.D. in Political Science, having a prolong experience of teaching at A.N. College, Patna. He possesses command over the subject. He has been the Member of IIPA (Indian Institute of Public Administration). He has attended a number of seminars and conferences.

About The Book

Indian Art and culture is an ocean condensed into a luminous pearl. A basic work, it traverses the historic panorama of Indian art, from its IndoSumerian and VedicMound beginnings to the various peaks reached during the Maurya, Sunga, Andhra, Kusana and Gupta periods and beyond the seas to further India. The culture of India refers to the way of life of the people of India. India's languages, religions, dance, music, architecture, food, and customs differ from place to place within the country. The Indian culture, often labelled as an amalgamation of several cultures, spans across the Indian subcontinent and has been influenced by a history that is several millennia old. Indian Painting is an old tradition, with ancient texts outlining theories of Colour and anecdotal accounts suggesting that it was common for households to paint their doorways or indoor rooms where guests resided. Cave paintings from Ajanta, Bagh and Sittanvasal and temple paintings testify to a love of naturalism. India, the land of spirituality and philosophy considers religion as an integral part of its entire tradition. India is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse customs and rituals of different religions. The book also provides art, architecture, music, dance, language and literature, religion and customs, marriage in India, analyse trends in a contemporary social context.

Table of Contents

Preface (vii) 1. Introduction 1 2. Indian Architecture through the Ages 11 3. Art and Architecture in India 39 4. Indian Painting of Indian Art 73 5. Culture of India 100 6. Indian Classical Music 150 7. Rituals of Marriage in India 174 8. Languages of India 210 9. Indian Fairs and Festivals 221 Bibliography 253