Cultural crossroadds india

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INDIA Cultural Crossroads Chandramohan Kopparappu & Conhas Thakkar

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  • 1. Chandramohan Kopparappu & Conhas Thakkar

2. Hello/Hallo Hindi Gujarati Telugu Bengali Tamil Punjabi Urdu 3. Greetings Namaste We fold our hands in order to greet one another, owing to our culture that dates back to 5000 BC as we believe that God resides in every human being, in every living creature. Moreover we do not believe that we are one or below any individual. 4. On a world scale that is broadly where we came from!! 5. My National flag 6. The Colors of My Flag Saffron This color stands for courage, sacrifice. White This color stands for truth, peace and purity. Green This color stands for prosperity. The Ashoka Chakra(Navy Blue Wheel) - represents the laws of Dharma. Truth or satya, dharma or virtue ought to be the controlling principle of those who work under this flag. Again, the wheel denotes motion. There is death in stagnation. There is life in movement. India should no more resist change, it must move and go forward. The wheel represents the dynamism of a peaceful change 7. Facts and Figures Ours is the largest democracy in the world. We are the 2nd most populous country with 1.2 billion people & worlds population is around 7 billion. Owing to simple calculation every 6th person you meet is bound to be Indian. We have 3rd largest standing army in the world and even then since inception India has neither invaded any other territory. Indian Space Research Organization, ISRO is the 4th space agency worldwide to send a mars mission. India is the 5th country/union to have its currency symbol, ` officially recognized among 193 countries. Ours in the 7th largest country in the world by land size spanning over 3,166,414 km2. 8. RELIGION India houses four major religions Hinduism, Islam, Sikh, Christianity. India is a birth place of Buddhism and Jainism Majorly followed religion is Hinduism, which ideally is not a religion its a philosophy of life. 80% 14% 2% 2% 2% Religion Hindu Islam Sikh Christianity Other 9. G- GENERATOR He is the Principle behind creation. Lord Brahma O- OPERATOR He is the principle behind sustenance. The one who sustains the world. Lord Vishnu D- DESTROYER He is the principle behind destruction. Lord Shiva 10. The Ramayana It explores human values and the concept of dharma. It is not a myth, it is true story of Lord Rama(reincarnation of Vishnu), the main purpose of this incarnation is to demonstrate the righteous path (dharma) for all living creatures on earth. Adherence to truth and honor. Human life is consumed in chasing materialism (Artha) and sense pleasures (Kama) The ultimate goal of life is Moksha (liberation) and it can be attained only by relinquishing Artha and Kama and by strictly following a life of righteousness(Dharma). 11. The Legend of Bhagvad Geeta A script that evolved during the epic battle of Mahabharat, when Lord Krishna(reincarnation of Vishnu) urges Pandava prince to fulfill his holy duty/ Dharma. It is the foremost of all spiritual texts available on mother earth It is purely a spiritual document that encompassed everything relating to human beings and life on mother earth. 12. Back in 2004, an incident that everyones eye was when a woman of catholic origin stepped aside for a Sikh man to be sworn as a prime minister by a Muslim president to govern a nation consisting of over 80% of Hindus. Why many of Indians are vegetarian Hinduism believes that all livings beings have the same soul in them and we do not have right to kill them. 13. 46% 9% 8% 8% 7% 6% 5% 4% 4% 3% Language Hindi Bengali Telugu Marathi Tamil Urdu Gujarati Kannada Malayalam Oriya India has 22 officially recognised languages apart from Hindi. And mind you English is not one of those 22. We have more than 2000 dialects in India. Two major linguistic families: Indo-Aryan(74%) and Dravidian (24%). Languages Spoken in India 14. Question: Can you guess how many official languages does whole of European Union have? Answer: 24!! Between 28 countries. Just 2 more than ours!! A lil Trivia : We have 5600 newspapers and 3500 magazines in 22 different languages with a combined readership of 120 million one of the highest around the world. Despite the fact that English is not our native language in our country, we are the largest English speaking community all over the world. 15. Sanskrit Language is as old as 7000 BC The holy scripts of Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism were written in Sanskrit It the base of most of the Indian languages. Many of the worlds language are influenced by Sanskrit, many words like geometry, trigonometry, mother, brother are many such examples. It is still the best language to be used as meta-language/machine language for knowledge representations and other areas of natural language processing because of its relatively high regular structure. 16. Well, you must be thinking, at least I would be thinking after looking at these last 3 slides, how do these guys gel with each other?? Communication/language which is by far the basic requirement to any two people to work or to be together, which kinda is missing here But as a matter of fact we manage!! 17. UNITY IN DIVERSITY Ill be aiming here to give you all a glimpse of concept of unity in diversity which is highly evident in my country, theme of over 1 billion people residing in India. What Im going to tell you, what Chandra is going to tell you next or what Rahul, Lavanya or Chethan are going to tell in the upcoming sessions is 100% true and yet very much different from others, rest assured we all are talking about the same country. 18. GEOGRAPHY This country has everything, from mighty Himalayas protecting in north to spanning coast line in the south. Fertile regions of north-east to a harsh desert in the west, mineral rich plateau in the center to scenic islands to boast off. With over 20 major rivers to quench the thirst of billion people. 19. Also where in one case where Mawsynram , Assam (North-East India) receives an average rainfall of 12,717mm annually and on the other hand we have the city of Jaisalmer (A world heritage site, in West India) receives less than 200mm of annual rainfall. Owing to its motto, diversity , in India can see one can find temperatures from +400 C to -400 C at the same time. India has the only white sand desert across the world. 20. The mighty Himalayas Guarding in the North 21. The famed backwaters 22. The islands of Andaman & Nicobar 23. The Thar Desert 24. Thats how much it rains, well much more than this 25. White Desert In Rann of Kutch, Gujarat 26. HISTORY & PRE-HISTORY Chronologically speaking we have evidences of architectural structures dating back to at least 18,000 years ago. Raam Setu or Adams Bridge, a man made bridge between India & Sri Lanka has been dated as old and thus appropriately named as Adams Bridge. 27. Lost City of Dwarka dating back to 12,000 years have been uncovered by efforts of many scientists and archeologists, which was submerged under water 28. Traces of Harrappan and Mohenjodaro civilization or Indus valley civilizations have been found dating back to 2500-1500 BC. In the similar time frame Dravidian civilizations were established in the south. 29. 1000 200 BC is known as the Vedic period in Indian History, this is the time when the Hinduism evolved further and one of the greatest and oldest sacred texts were penned down i.e. Vedas. Buddhism (483BC), widely followed religion took its birth in this period. 30. What followed the Vedic age was the Mauryan empire, which was the establishment of the Indian Empire, bringing chunk of north & central India under one governor. Spread of Buddhism & Hinduism and sense of Righteous Living or living by Dharma. Due to its importance Mauryan architechture finds its importance in modern day civilization. 31. The four lions on Ashoka pillar are now the emblem of India with its teachings which translated to Truth only Triumphs While the Ashoka Chakra is a part of our flag (as the blue wheel of 24 spokes). 32. During the same times, the Chandela Dynasty in the Dravidian Empire erected the famed temples of Khajuraho, worshipping the Lords Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva, which is now a UNESCO world heritage site 33. Parallely, another dynasty of Rajputana was taking shape in the region of Thar desert, guarding the west side of India. The Rajputana king, Rai Jaisal built Jaisalmer Fort one of the largest across the globe.. Also a UNESCO world heritage site 34. In 1200 AD, there were drastic changes. India faced invasions from Turkish invaders and India fell to the Slave Dynasty under Turkish General Qutb-ud-din- Aibak. His contribution to the history was built on the destruction of the Mauryan temple. 35. Qutub Minar, Delhi another UNESCO world heritage site, was created under his rule; it is the worlds highest pillar standing without support till date. Qutub complex also houses the Ashoka iron pillar of 7 mts which is yet to have any traces of rust for 2500 years. 36. In 1500 AD, Mughal Rulers from Afghanistan region took over the control of India, and they further brought India together; The Slave Dynasty of north, The Rajputanas of west and the Chandela dynasties fell under one rule. This is how the Modern India took shape under the rule of Emperor Akbar in 1526 AD. From far ends of Pakistan to Bangladesh, from the peaks of Himalaya to the edge of Indian ocean. Within next 200 years, the Mughal contribution was very much evident throughout the country, specially in giving world its one wonder, i.e. Taj Mahal in Agra and Humayuns Tomb, Red Fort and the city of Shahjahanabad, Jama Masjid(Asias biggest Mosque) in Delhi and thus giving Delhi its tag of UNESCO World Heritage City. 37. Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of world. 38. Humayuns Tomb. 39. Red Fort 40. At the turn of the century in 1757, Mughal Dynatsy was thrown out of power by the British from the Red Fort and governed the state from Calcutta. Mutiny of 1857 emerging from Red Fort was crushed and the governance was shifted to Delhi, which has been the capital of the country since. British Raj saw modernization of India; telegraph ,railways and many more important facilities were introduced. India got its modern day landmarks in Gateway of India in Mumbai, Victoria Memorial in Kolkatta, Rashtrapati Bhawan and India Gate in Delhi. 41. On 15th August 1947, after many years of struggle India achieved its independence from the British Raj under the stewardship of M.K. Gandhi, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru was sworn in the 1st prime minister of independent India in the Rashtrapati Bhawan and unfurled the Indian national flag from the Red fort to commence the new India. M.K. Gandhi Father of the nation Pt. Nehru On independence 42. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi fondly called Bapu (literal meaning : father) was a prominent leader of Indian nationalism in British-ruled India. Employing nonviolent civil disobedience, Gandhi led India to independence and inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. During the world war II, Gandhi offered non violent moral support but the offer was rejected by the British thus he intensified his demand for independent India, calling for the British to Quit India. This was Gandhi's and the Congress Party's most definitive revolt aimed at securing the British exit from India. He urged all Indians to take part in the Quit India movement and maintain discipline through Ahimsa, which literally translates to not to injure anyone. Ahimsa, is a one of the cardinal virtues and an important tenet of major Indian religions (Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism). Bapus image also appears on paper currency of all denominations issued by Reserve Bank of India. 43. Despite his umpteen peace efforts during the struggle and getting nominated for Nobel Peace Prize for 5 times between 1937-1948, he did not receive it. Nelson Mandelas non violent resistance was inspired by Bapu which got him Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. When the 14th Dalai Lama was awarded the Prize in 1989, the chairman of the committee said that this was "in part a tribute to the memory of Mahatma Gandhi 44. Peace memorial dedicated to Bapus Dandi March 45. Gandhi Bapus most famous teaching 46. This is where I come from!! Back 47. Andhra Pradesh Nizams Rule Area under British Rule Rice Bowl of India 48. Golconda Fort 49. Some Diamonds from Golconda Fort Koh-i-noor Diamond Hope Diamond Daria-i-Noor 106 Carats 45 carats 182Carats Current owner: British Crown Jewels USA History Museum Central bank of Iran 50. Charminar Crown of the city 1591 AD Height : 50meters Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah had prayed for the end of Plague that was ravaging his city and vowed to build a Mosque at the very place where he prayed. 51. Kuchipudi A traditional Dance Form 52. Over 2,800 Kuchipudi dancers, from 15 different countries, created a Guinness World Records on December 26, 2010 in Hyderabad. 53. GLIMPSE OF MY FESTIVALS A festival of Telanga Region. Bathukama is made of flowers.. Women dance around the Bathukama. Bathukamma 54. Bonalu The festival is celebrated in order to offer their gratitude to Goddess Mahakali 55. The largest film studio complex in the world, it opened in 1996 and measures 674 hectares (1,666 acres). As a matter of fact, going by the floor area, it is actually bigger than the Universal Studios, Hollywood. With 47 sound stages, it has permanent sets ranging from railway stations to temples. 56. Some famous film personalities S.P Balasubrahmanyam :one of the greatest Playback singers in Indian film indutry Sung over 50,000 songs in various Indian languages (Guinness World Record holder) Movie producer Dr. D. Rama Naidu holds the Guinness World Record as the most prolific producer with 130 films. In 2002, the Guinness Book of Records named Vijaya Nirmala as the female director with most number of films; she made 47 films 57. Burrp Irani Chai with Osmania Biscuits Hyderabadi Dum Biryani Haleem (Geographic Indication in 2010) exported to more than 50 countries !!! 58. Tirumala Venkateswara swamy Temple(Tirupati) Famous Vedic temple in the hill town of Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh. 980m above sea level, 3550 steps In Sanskrit, Ven-kata-eswara means: 'vem' = one's own sins 'kata' = will be cut off , who surrenders 'Eswara' = Supreme God 59. The most-visited holy place On an average : ~ 50,000 to 100,000 pilgrims per day 30 to 40 million people / year. Festivals and on special occasions , the number of pilgrims shoots up to 500,000. Richest pilgrimage centre The temple is the richest pilgrimage centre, at more than $ 100 billion. $ 400,000 / day on an average. April 2010 the temple deposited 3,000 kg of gold with SBI as gold offerings in the temple hundi by devotees, which had accumulated for the last several years 60. Thulabharam In this ritual, a devotee sits on a pan of a weighing balance and the other pan is filled with materials greater than the weight of the devotee. Devotees usually offer sugar, jaggery, tulsi leaves, banana, gold, coins. This is mostly performed with newborn babies or children. 61. Hair tonsuring Devotees shaving their heads at Tirumala Venkateswara Temple as an offering to god. The daily amount of hair collected is over a ton. The hair thus gathered is sold by the temple organisation a few times a year by public auction to international buyers for use as hair extensions and in cosmetics, bringing over $6 million to the temple's treasury. 62. Sri Tallapaka Annamacharya Annamayya (9 May 1408 23 February 1503) is one of the greatest devotee of lord venkateshwara. Annamacharya is said to have composed as many as 36,000 sankeertanas (songs) in telugu on Bhagwaan Govinda Venkateswara, of which only about 12,000 are available today. 63. My Story of 2 states Gujarat & Delhi By heart Im from Gujarati, my roots are from that statewhile my attitude, living style are that of Delhi where I have lived practically all my life. From Jewel of West India to the Heart of India 64. - This literally translates to - Welcome to my land One can discover centuries of history as spanning the geological core of the earth onto a fascinatingly vibrant future. Gujarat is unique in its geological and topographical landscape. From volcanic outpourings through bedrock to fossil fields of indigenous dinosaurs; Artistically rich Neolithic cave painter to the stone masterpieces of a series of civilized architecture. Let me take you to a small ride through my state.. And what it is famous for.. 65. 10 lets have breakfast now, ride begins in 10 minutes There is a saying back in my land Do not start anything with an empty stomach 66. Care for some Fafda- Jalebi?? Or for some Khandvi Dhokla!! 67. Arre, Thepla toh lijiye Thode Pohe hi kha lijie!! 68. Modhera Sun temple & Step Well. 69. Gandhi Ashram in Ahemdabad 70. Kings Landing in Junagarh Fort 71. Exquisite caves of Junagarh 72. Gir Forest, biggest home of Asiatic Lions 73. Somnath Temple Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Western most point of India 74. Akshardham temple of Ahemdabad 75. Well that was a small trip through Gujarat!! Feeling hungry?? I definitely am ~~ Its my break time ~~ Lets halt for some food.. , Come, food is ready, Sit Down 76. A typical Gujarati Thaali 77. Gujarat has Asias largest solar power plant with a capacity of producing 1 MW electricty. From the city of Surat, also known as the diamond city of the world, more than the 90% of the diamonds are cut and polished and shipped across the word. Port of Alang, is the worlds largest ship breaking yard. Half of the cotton that world wears comes from the cotton plantations across Gujarat! Time and again, Gujarat has been stated the most progressive state by many internationally acclaimed organizations. Is the main research hub for Indian Space Research Organization, ISRO Few Bullet Points 78. Princely Breakfast A trip through the state Hearty Meal Discussion and rest!! What else now?? Come on, Lets play 79. Uttarayan Kite Flying festival of Gujarat 80. Festival of Colors, Holi 81. Dandiya Indulge in 9 days of festivities, celebration and dance 82. Festival of Light, Diwali & Nutan Varsh, on the following day. 83. My story of my another state It is the capital of India, situated on the banks of River Yamuna. It is comprised of 7 small cities, 7 capitals of 7 different dynasties and ages. Since the times of 8000 BC, Delhi has been the capital state of India. Indrapastha, capital city of Pandavas in the times of Mahabharta. Mehrauli, governing city during Mauryan Empire Siri, capital city of Ala-ud-Din Khalji, during the Delhi Sultanate. Tughlaqabad/Jahanpanah , capital city of Tughlaq Dynasty Ferozabad, capital city of Lodi Dynasty Dinpanah, capital city of Suri Dynasty Shahjahanabad, capital city of Mughal Empire. Delhi has always found importance due to its geographical position in the Indian subcontinent. Map 84. History of Delhi has not been documented well, particularly before the slave dynasty or sultanate period of Delhi. Even though the historic architectural artifacts have been there to prove that there were older civilizations. Owing to its location, this city has been plundered many a times and left for ruins; an evident fact that is visible as the city was rebuild seven times before modernizing to its current state under the British rule. It is also referred as Mini-India with migrants of other states pouring in. This has a positive as well as a negative effect. Though the city has a lot of cultural blend but unfortunately lacks of its own eminent culture. Dandiya of Gujarat, Pongal of Tamil, Durga Pujo of Bengal and Baisakhi of Punjab are celebrated with the same zeal and joy. This city is dotted with many such architectural structures which have been given the tag of prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Site and finally and very recently it has earned a tag of Heritage City.