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Which classical dance form is showcased in East India according to the text?
Which classical dance form is showcased in East India according to the text?
Which Indian classical dance is predominant in Andhra Pradesh?
Which Indian classical dance is predominant in Andhra Pradesh?
What is the traditional dance of Odisha?
What is the traditional dance of Odisha?
Which of the following dance forms is not from North, West or Central India?
Which of the following dance forms is not from North, West or Central India?
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In which region can you witness the Kathakali and Mohiniyattam classical dances?
In which region can you witness the Kathakali and Mohiniyattam classical dances?
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Which state in North India has a stronger Muslim presence according to the text?
Which state in North India has a stronger Muslim presence according to the text?
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What is the majority religion in North India according to the text?
What is the majority religion in North India according to the text?
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'Brahmins, Ahirs, Jats, Rajputs' belong to which category of ethnic groups mentioned in North India?
'Brahmins, Ahirs, Jats, Rajputs' belong to which category of ethnic groups mentioned in North India?
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Study Notes
Indigenous Knowledge
- Indigenous people are the first settlers in a specific location, with a distinct culture and belief system, such as local Tribal, Native, First, or Aboriginal populations.
- Indigenous knowledge is dynamic, methodical, and universal, transmitted verbally rather than in writing.
- It is based on teachings and knowledge experience passed down from generation to generation and is holistic in nature.
- Indigenous knowledge can give people credibility and is based on observational experience, making it beneficial for decision-making.
- It governs the use of resources.
Traditional Systems of Medicine
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The Siddha medical system originated in southern India during the 10th to 15th century and uses pulse reading to diagnose ailments.
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This system is based on the concept of imbalance of three humors – bile (pitta), wind (vayu), and phlegm (kaph).
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It emphasizes individualistic treatment, taking into account the patient's age, sex, habitat, appetite, mental frame, physical condition, and surrounding environment.
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The Tibetan medical system flourished in the trans-Himalayan region, especially in Tibet, Ladakh, and Lahaul-Spiti.
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It also follows the procedure of pulse reading, with the number of pulse beats during one respiratory cycle indicating the status of health.
Indian Science and Technology
- Indian Civilization has a long recorded history of scientific culture, dating back over 5000 years.
- Indians developed one of the earliest written scripts (the Indus Scripts), built urban towns with residential complexes and wastewater systems around 2500 BC.
- They smelted zinc on an industrial scale, producing thousands of tons of zinc over hundreds of years.
Indian Culture
- Every state in India has its own unique cultural heritage and traditions, making Indian culture a synthesis of various state cultures.
- The Namaste greeting, also known as namaskar or namaskaram, is a well-known custom in Indian culture.
- Guests have always been given utmost importance in Indian culture, with the proverb "Atithi Devo Bhava" translating to "the guest is equivalent to god".
- Joint families in India are common, where all members reside together, including parents, wives, kids, and distant relatives.
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Explore the rich contributions of ancient India in science and technology with a timeline depicting over 5000 years of scientific culture. Learn about enduring architectural constructs, zinc smelting, and industrial-scale production in ancient Indian civilization.
