Notes on Culture

The Singularity of the Bhagavad Gita
The impact and lasting influence of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita that continues to shape entire cultures across the world.
Niranjan Pal’s Passionate Appeal for Showcasing the Glory of Indian Culture through Cinema
In a 1913 essay of great historical and cultural value, the pioneering Indian filmmaker, Niranjan Pal elaborates his vision for using the emerging medium of cinema to showcase the best aspects of Indi ...
Jadunath Sarkar's Attachment to Sanskrit Literature and his Encyclopaedic Memory
In this episode, G.S. Sardesai narrates Jadunath Sarkar's abiding love for Sanskrit literature and provides real-life anecdotes of his encyclopaedic memory and sweep of history.
DVG's Profound Commentary on the True Essence of Rama Rajya
Extracts from Sri D.V. Gundappa's essay on the conception of Rama Rajya
The Delightful Story of the Cussword, “Moo Devi”
The Puranic roots and cultural metamorphosis of the expletive, "Moo Devi" prevalent in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Duryodhana and Karna: A Friendship that Never was
The first episode of a series analysing the nature of the relationship between Duryodhana and Karna.
The Manusmriti Special Series: DVG’s Guide to Understanding the Manusmriti
The first episode of a series on correctly understanding the Manusmriti drawn from D.V. Gundappa's treatise titled "The Code of Manu."
Ghar-Wapsi Temple Surrounded by Mosque.jpg
The concluding episode of this series offers some suggestions regarding Ghar-Wapsi and some measures to counter the existential threat faced by the Hindu community
Read More
logo
The Dharma Dispatch
www.dharmadispatch.in