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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 […]

Lavani Folk Art Form

Context: NCP leader has directed members of his party to not organise raunchy public shows in the name of Lavani, a folk song-and-dance performance that is popular in Maharashtra. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Dimensions of the Article: What is the Lavani folk art form? History and Evolution: Sub-genres: Acceptance and Audience: Popularity and […]

Mughal Gardens Will Now Be Called as Amrit Udyan

Context: The Rashtrapati Bhavan gardens — popularly known as the Mughal Gardens was renamed as Amrit Udyan. Relevance: GS I: Art and Culture Dimensions of the Article: The Amrit Udyan: A Landscape of Mughal and English Styles Charbagh Style of Mughal Gardening in India Source: The Hindu, Indian Express