Kathak is one of the eight forms of Indian classical dances, originated from North India. This dance form traces its origins to the nomadic bards of ancient northern India, known as Kathaks, or storytellers. These bards, performing in village squares and temple courtyards, mostly specialized in recounting mythological and moral tales from the scriptures, and […]
Bharata Natyam or Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form originating in Tamil Nadu, nowadays practiced throughout South India by predominantly young females and women. It is held as the national dance of India. The dance is accompanied by the classical Carnatic music. It has its inspirations from the sculptures of the ancient temple of Chidambaram.
Father of the Nation : Mahathma Gandhi (Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi) played a key role in winning freedom for India; introduced the concept of Ahimsa and Satyagraha. Mahatma Gandhi popularly known as Father of the Nation played a stellar role in India’s freedom struggle. Born in a Bania family in Kathiawar, Gujarat, his real name was
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Currency Symbol of India : The symbol of Indian Rupee typifies India’s international identity for money transactions and economic strength. The Indian Rupee sign is an allegory of Indian ethos. The symbol is an amalgam of Devanagari “Ra” and the Roman Capital “R” with two parallel horizontal stripes running at the top representing the national
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National Fruit of India : Mangifera indica is a species of mango in the Anacardiaceae family is considered as the National Fruit of India. It is found in the wild in India and cultivated varieties have been introduced to other warm regions of the world. Mango is a rich source of Vitamins A, C and
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National Tree of India : The Banyan tree, is the National Tree of India and is a large and extensive growing tree of the Indian subcontinent. It produces propagating roots which grow downwards as aerial roots. Once these roots reach the ground, they grow into woody trunks that can become indistinguishable from the main trunk.
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National River of India : The Ganga (Ganges) is the National River of India and longest river of India flowing over 2,510 kms of mountains, valleys and plains. It has long been considered the holiest of all rivers by Hindus and worshiped as the goddess Ganga in Hinduism. It has also been important historically: many
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National Flower of India : Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) is the National Flower of India. It is a sacred flower and occupies a unique position in the art and mythology of ancient India and has been an auspicious symbol of Indian culture since time immemorial. The Lotus symbolises divinity, fertility, wealth, knowledge and not to forget
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National Sport of India : India has conquered the podium when it comes to the game of Hockey. Our nation has an excellent record with eight Olympic Gold Medals. Field Hockey is the official national Sport in India. Hockey India, formed on 20 May 2009, is the new apex body of the country which has
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The National Calendar of India : The National Calendar of India based on the Saka Era, with Chaitra as its first month and a normal year of 365 days was adopted from 22 March 1957 along with the Gregorian calendar for the following official purposes: i. Gazette of India. ii. News broadcast by All India
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