About The Kalbeliya Dance
Context: Recently, during the Rajasthan International Folk Festival, artists performed the Kalbeliya dance. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Kalbeliya Dance: -Source: The Hindu
National Handloom Day 2023
Context: The Prime Minister has paid a tribute to India’s rich cultural diversity and all those working to celebrate India’s artistic traditions on the occasion of National Handloom Day. Relevance: GS-I Art and Culture Introduction National Handloom Day
About The Namda Art
Focus: GS I: Culture Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship flagged off the first batch of Namda Art products for export to the United Kingdom (UK). Origins of Namda Art: Characteristics of Namda Art: Design and Patterns: Presence in Various Cultures:
About The Ambubachi Mela
Context: Three temporary camps with adequate security arrangements were recently set up for devotees and tourists coming to the Kamakhya temple for the Ambubachi Mela. Relevance: GS I: Culture Dimensions of the Article: Ambubachi Mela: Ambubachi Mela is an annual Hindu fair held at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. Here are some details about […]
International Day of Yoga 2023
Context: The 9th International Day of Yoga (IDY) was celebrated on June 21st with various events and initiatives taking place across the country. This year’s IDY theme, “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” Relevance: GS I: Culture Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of IDY 2023: About the IDY Significance of Yoga M-Yoga App A backgrounder to M-Yoga […]
About The Statue of Unity
Context: The Statue of Unity Area Development and Tourism Governance Authority (SOUADTGA) recently issued a tender to resume the suspended helicopter joyride services at the Statue of Unity. Relevance: GS I: Culture Dimensions of the Article: Statue of Unity: A Tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Early Life and Activism: Role in Independent […]
What Is Jallikattu?
Context: The Supreme Court on Thursday termed jallikattu a “type of bovine sport” existing in Tamil Nadu for at least a century, and did not interfere with the State legislature’s finding that the bull-taming event is part of the cultural heritage and tradition of the people. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Dimensions of the […]
About The Tungnath Temple
Context: The central government recently issued a notification declaring the ancient temple of Tungnath as a monument of national importance. Relevance: GS I: Culture Dimensions of the Article: Tungnath Temple – Location and Significance: Architecture and Surroundings: About Panch Kedars: -Source: Indian Express
What is Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam?
Context: Nearly 3,000 people are expected to attend Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam. The festival aims to showcase “age-old ties” and cultural links between two coastal States of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Dimensions of the Article: What is Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam? Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam is a festival that celebrates the cultural […]
Mohiniyattam Dance Form
Context: Recently, the Classical dance legend Kanak Rele and the Mohiniyattam (classical dance form from the state of Kerala) exponent, who was awarded the first Guru Gopinath National Puraskaram of the Government of Kerala passed away. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Dimensions of the Article: Mohiniyattam Dance Form History of Mohiniyattam Salient Features of […]