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Cultural Heritage of India | Handicraft | Art of Weaving, Embroidery and Leather Industry

Art of  Weaving and Embroidery           Ancient India had a unique place in the fields of hand weaving, embroidery and knitting. It was said that the whole piece of cloth of a particular size (Taka) of fine muslin of Dhaka could easily pass through a ring and could be adjusted in a matchbox. Moreover 'Galicha' (carpet of several regions), knitting work on attires and artistry etc. occupied a prominent place. Amongst them are Patola of Patan (Gujarat), Bandhani of Rajasthan, kanjivaram saree and kashmiri cloth having 'Kasab' work .           During the golden period of Solanki era, Gujarat had progressed in this field. During the reign of Siddhraj Jaisingh many artisans (weavers) came and settled in Patan and made the town world famous, especially for its Patola. Some weavers of Patan were the best artists particularly of Patola of Patan. This art of Patan is more than 850 years old. Only a handful people have the skill for such a complicated and time consuming art o

Features Included In Indian Cultural Heritage of India | Explain in detail

Cultural Heritage of India           Asia is the largest continent of the world in terms of area and population. And India is a large country in Asia in terms of area and population. It has a prominent place in South Asia.           India is a land of 'Sujalam' (Full of sweet water) and 'Suflam' (Full of sweet fruit and crops), and a land that has been endowed with varied heritage.           People, right from the beginning of Indus-Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization) till today, have made our country rich and wealthy with their intellect, ability, talents and skills. Innumerable Scholars, thinkers, artists, artisans, sages,  saints, scientists and historians have contributed to the growth and development of our culture. For more details about 'Features Included In Indian Natural Heritage of India', Please click the below link >> Here           What differentiates mankind from other living beings is culture. Culture and Civilization are the disti

What is mean by Human Development? Clarify the difference between Economic and Human development.

Economic and Human Development           Human development is achievable, whereas economic development is one of its important tools. Human power that is educated, trained, civilized, healthy, disciplined, dedicated, duty-bound, feeling of cooperation and partnership in development programs, awareness and consciousness as a citizen, political freedom, and self-respect are the most important property of any nation.           Any nation that has ample natural resources and materialistic wealth, but lacks high quality human wealth can never achieve a high growth rate. In a developing country, economic development cannot be achieved due to dislike for modernization, low expectation, illiteracy, lack of spirit of adventure, superstition, old beliefs, rituals and traditions, and insufficient use of natural and materialistic resources, etc. Human development is in the root of social development. Earlier human development was evaluated on the basis of economic development only. Per capita inco

What is meant by Anti-Social Activities and Corruption? Explain in detail

Anti-Social Activities           The illegal act or behavior of a person or a group is known as antisocial activity. Antisocial act is harmful to the society in many ways. Therefore, the society and the government make special attempts to curb it. However, we find certain antisocial activities like corruption, smuggling, hoarding, black marketing, drug trafficking and smuggling of weapons done on a large scale. Now, we will try to understand in brief, corruption as an antisocial activity. Explain the term corruption?           Corruption is a global phenomenon. It is such a wide-spread evil that it is found everywhere. It hinders the progress of the State and weakens democracy. Corruption has reached its peak and it has become a world wide sensitive issue.           Corruption is the result of people's dishonesty and their illegal dealing. People misuse their status and power and hence corruption results. According to the definition given by the world Bank, Corruption means the mis

What is colonialism? Which nations of Europe were involved in the colonial competition?

Rise and Growth of Colonialism           This period is also known for the important scientific inventions that led to the Industrial Revolution (1750-1850) in the whole of Europe. Major changes took place in the field of transportation. England became the pioneer of industrial revolution. England and other European nations required raw materials for the newly established industries. Markets were required for the sale of abundant production on account of Industrial Revolution. The competition that started among European nations to acquire new territories for this purpose is called colonialism. The Europeans tried to establish their supremacy over these newly conquered territories. India was also a victim of the colonization drive and became the most important colony of England. "Which Europeans came to India after the Portuguese?" To Know about it Please click the below link. >> Here           Many nations of Asia like Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore and many

Which Europeans came to India after the Portuguese? | Emergence of England In India

Emergence of England as a Super Power           During this period, major changes were taking place in Europe and America. The American colonists with the active cooperation of the French became free from the dominance of the British. The American war of independence (1776) was followed by the French Revolution (1978). The revolution in France against the French Royalty followed the principles of Liberty and Equality and was influenced by two earlier revolution - The Bloodless Revolution of England (1688) and the American War of Independence. French Revolution gave the world the famous slogan 'Liberty, Equality and Fraternity'. Later on, Napoleon Bonaparte established dictatorship in France, bringing to an end the previously established democracy. His army seized Egypt. However, the  allied forces of England and European Army defeated Napoleon (1815) after he committed the military blunder of invading Russia during severe winter. With the fall of Napoleon, England became a supe