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CULTURE
DIVERSITY
INDIA
Where does one begin with diversity of India. Perhaps
some sub catagories of
up with a summary of Indias
Some good sub-catagories
languages, religions, dance,
food.
the culture and
we should start with
culture, and then rap it
culture all together.
could include,
music, architecture, and
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Language
India has two official languages, Hindi and English. The constitution of India states that "The official language of the Union shall be Hindi in Devanagari script." A position supported by a High Court ruling.[4] However, languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian constitution are sometimes referred to, without legal standing, as the national languages of India.[7][8] In addition, some individual states legislate their own official languages, depending on their linguistic demographics.
by a High Court ruling. However, languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian constitution are sometimes referred to, without legal standing, as the national languages of India. In addition, some individual states legislate their own official languages, depending on their linguistic demographics.
Religion
Religion in India is characterized by a diversity of religious beliefs and practices. India is the birthplace of four of the world's major religions; namely Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Throughout India's history, religion has been an important part of the country's culture. Religious diversity and religious tolerance are both established in the country by the law and custom.
According to the 2001 census,[1] 80.3% of the population of India practice Hinduism. Islam (13.0%), Christianity (2.4%), Sikhism (1.9%), Buddhism (1.5%) and Jainism (0.4%) are the other major religions followed by the people of India.
is the birthplace of four of the world's major religions; namely Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Throughout India's history, religion has been an important part of the country's culture. Religious diversity and religious tolerance are both established in the country by the law and custom.
According to the 2001 census,[1] 80.3% of the population of India practice Hinduism. Islam (13.0%), Christianity (2.4%), Sikhism (1.9%), Buddhism (1.5%) and Jainism (0.4%) are the other major religions followed by the people of India.
Dance
Shiva as Nataraja is worshipped as the Lord of Dance in Hinduism. Dance is seen as very important in Indian culture and if you are a dancer you are treated with the upmost respect.Dance in India comprises the varied styles of dances in the country. As with other aspects of Indian culture, different forms of dances originated in different parts of India, developed according to the local traditions and also imbibed elements from other parts of the country. Different types include, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, and Sattriya.
Music
The music of India includes multiple varieties of folk music, pop, and Indian classical music. Different types of Indian folk music include: Rabindra Sangeet (Music of Bengal), Bihu of Assam, and Dandiya. One very popular type of music in India is rock. They have Raga rock and Indian Rock. Simular to the American, Classic Rock, and Rock-n-Roll. Two types of music that have passed the test of time in India is Blues and Jazz. Sagar Sarkar is considered the father of blues in India, many consider William Christopher Handy to be the "father of blues" in our country.
Architecture
Since India is such an old country, its architecture has changed over time. Look at this temple, it was beleived to be built inbetween 200AD and 1000AD.
Architecture continued...
Now look at the Taj Mahal, built from 1632-1653