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Material Heritage What is called Material Heritage?           Physical and mental characteristics that a child inherits from the parents by birth is known as 'genetic inheritance'. Whereas estates, land, properties, assets are called ' material heritage ' . Similarly whatever man obtains or creates with his intellect and skills is called Cultural heritage .           Different people have their own individual religious traditions, customs and living styles. A child inherits all these from his or her parents. Along With this, every country has its own specific heritage . As we all know, the impact of western culture has been increasing tremendously day by day. If we do not preserve our precious cultural heritage , we might lose our unique cultural identity. Once upon a time, India was called 'Sone ki Chidiya' (a golden bird). In comparison to the currency existing today, the ancient currency was more valuable. ----------------------------------------------------

Importance of Culture Heritage           As we have seen earlier, culture means whatever we possess and civilization means ' What we are' . The different aspects of this culture are handed down by one generation to the next generation to the next. They add to whatever they have learnt and at the same time teach it to the next generation. What is meant by Heritage?  Thus, whatever is inherited from generation to generation is called heritage.           The existence of human society is also indebted to cultural heritage . On the other side the existence and continuity of this culture is mutual. At the same time it is supplementary and nourishing. The culture had greatly influenced social, economical, religious and cultural aspects of human life.           Person's food, clothes, dwelling, social life, ways of expression, means of entertainment, style of communication, style of earning all are decided by the culture only. Thus, it teaches the art of living. Along With teac

Cultural Heritage           Cultural Heritage that India has gifted to the world is also prosperous, rich and varied. Cultural heritage is man-made heritage. Whatever man obtains or creates with his intellect, skills is called cultural heritage.           The people of India, from the prehistoric period, have contributed to the people of the world. For e.g., sculpture is a 5000 years old ancient art. The remains of Indus Valley civilization is evidence of this. The remains of the figures of Gods and Goddesses, human figures, animals and several toys as well as sculptures of a man with a beard and the statue of a dancer are the examples of rich cultural heritage and their contribution to the world.           Further when we look at the bullock or lion on an inverted lotus of Mauryan Era, the statue of Gautam Buddha in a meditative mood, or the statues of Jain saints and the caves of Ajanta Ellora etc. (prepared by kings), we feel gladdened and proud and we show a great respect and re

Rich Heritage of India           India has a varied natural and cultural heritage. The main reason for this is that India is a vast nation with different geographical and physical conditions. The history of India is thousands of years old. This culture has remained a witness, to the change due to exchange of ideologies.           Many foreigners invaded India and were victorious. They settled down here and merged in the ocean of Indian culture. In this context, heritage is a precious gift from our ancestors. Heritage is natural as well as man-made. Its development has taken place along with the historic eras. On one hand, heritage is associated with place, province or region; on the other hand, it is associated with family and community. It is a special feature of the people and their identity. For more details about 'Features included in Indian cultural heritage of India', Please click the below link >> Here To make it simpler, we divide our heritage as natural and