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The Arts of the Mauryan Period: A Flourishing of Artistic Expression The Mauryan period (c. 322-185 BCE) in ancient India witnessed a remarkable cultural and artistic efflorescence, leaving behind a legacy of monumental architecture, exquisite sculpture, and intricate craftsmanship. This era, marked by the reign of powerful emperors like Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka, saw the … Read more
Jainism Originated in India thousands of years ago and is thought to have heavily influenced the two other main belief systems of the region at that time: Buddhism. The religion centres on the progress of one’s soul towards a divine consciousness through self-reformation, wisdom and self-control and pacifism towards all living creatures. There are two … Read more
The Atharva Veda: A Tapestry of Magic, Medicine, and Daily Life The Atharva Veda, the fourth and final Veda of Hinduism, stands apart from its siblings, the Rig Veda, Sama Veda, and Yajur Veda. While the others primarily focus on hymns praising deities and rituals for cosmic order, the Atharva Veda delves into a world … Read more
Exploring the Paleolithic Period (Old Stone Age): A Journey Through Time The Paleolithic Period, often referred to as the Old Stone Age, encompasses a vast expanse of human history, spanning from approximately 2.6 million years ago to 10,000 BCE. This era witnessed the emergence of our earliest ancestors, the development of rudimentary tools, and the … Read more