Notes on Culture

Sita Devi in the Forest
Arjun Bharadwaj provides a rather profound and objective analysis of the much-debated episode of Sita Devi's abandonment by Sri Rama
The Fragrant History of the World of Ancient Indian Perfumes
A brief history of the magnificent world of ancient Indian perfumes and cosmetics lost in time. India was the world leader in the perfume industry for more than five hundred years.
Unravelling Vulgarity: All you Wanted to Know about M.F. Hussain's Alleged Art
An essay critiquing M.F. Hussain's vulgar depiction of Hindu Deities in his paintings and art
Parva and Daatu: Classics from a Master Litterateur
The second episode of the series introducing the major literary works of Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa features Parva and Daatu. These are deservedly acclaimed literary classics written by an author at the peak o ...
Understanding the Mahabharata on the Canvas of Time
In this episode, DVG provides an evocative philosophical backdrop that helps us understand the Mahabharata on the canvas of Time. There is a wealth of invaluable insights in this essay.
The Forgotten Hindu History of Pakistan: An Introduction
Loss of physical geography is also a loss of cultural narrative memory.
The Daily Routine of Sadguru Sri Sridhara Swami Maharaj as a Student
A highly inspiring and evocative account of the early student life of Sadguru Sri Sridhara Swami of Varadapura near Shivamogga.
Invasions which Erase all Traces of a Hindu Past
One of the immediate things that occur after a Muslim invasion is how the event purposefully erases all traces of a Hindu past
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