Valmiki Ramayan for the 21st century! 21Notes presents the oldest epic, the Adikavya. Let us travel together through this incredible life story, this expedition, following Ram’s journey on the path …
India has a rich history of mathematical discoveries and inventions of Zero and decimal etc. There has been a long list of mathematicians and astronomers who made significant contributions to the development of this branch of science. Zero – The …
Ancient Hindu calendars had divided the year on the basis of the religious rites and seasons (Ritu). Following seasons are the part of ancient Hindi calendar – Vasant (spring) from mid-March to mid-May Greeshma (summer) from mid-May to mid-July Varsha …
The Indian temple architecture is the oldest form of architectural evidence available. In ancient India, temple architecture of very high standard was developed across all regions. The distinct architectural style of temple construction in different parts was evolved due to …
Chandragupta Maurya: Builder of the First Indian Empire Chandragupta was the founder of the Mauryan dynasty (reigned c. 321–c. 297 BCE) and the first emperor to unify most of India under one administration. He is credited with saving the country from …
Basavanna was a philosopher, poet and statesman born around 1130 CE in the Vijayapura District of present day Karnataka. Basavanna was a Lingayat saint, who is considered by many as being the founder of the Lingayat tradition. He was a …
HINDU RITUALS Hindu rituals are based on Eternal Laws- Cosmic Orders BIRTH CEREMONY Before birth Hindus pray to protect the fetus from illness or harmful spirits A few weeks after birth Baby is given its name A few years …
CHAR DHAM: HOLY PLACES OF HINDU PILGRIMAGES Char Dham revered as one of the most sacred pilgrimages in the world (Devanagari: चार धाम) (literally: ‘the four abodes/seats’) are the names of four pilgrimage places in India that are widely revered by Hindus. They …