The Keezhada excavations have unearthed a plethora of information about the ancient Tamil civilisation.
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Decoding the idea of India
The essence of what defines India is due to how it was shaped in ancient times and not because of anything post-independence, as many would have you believe.
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Temples of Tamil Nadu: Ancient Glories and current state of affairs – Part 1
Tamil Nadu's ancient architectural marvels have been at the mercy of the state for far too long.
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Why and How to Teach Indian History
The pedagogy involved as well as the content is in need of a drastic change if we truly want our descendants to have a grasp of their civilization and appreciate its uniqueness.
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The Golden Era of Indic Civilisation – Angkor (Part 4)
The temples of Angkor are a standing testimony of the Indic influences not only in religion and iconography but also in script and language.
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The genetics and history of the Indian Tulsi
Recent genetic haplogroup studies regarding the phylogeny of the Indian holy basil alongside traditional Hindu scriptural accounts on the most revered plant in Hinduism may shed light on the sophisticated nature of ancient Indic civilisation beyond merely a botanical or agricultural perspective.
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Khajuraho – Poetry in Stone
A close look at the magnificent temples located all around Khajuraho.
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The Saptarshi explain their names – Part I
The seven rishis as the progenitors of Sanatana Dharma have a much deeper meaning attached to them.