PBS
Pbs: The Story of India: Sanskrit
PBS explores one of the world's oldest religions, Hinduism, with an in-depth look into Sanskrit, the ancient Indo-European language. Identifies the origins of the language and how it spread throughout the area. Identifies two ancient...
Incredible Art Department
The Incredible Art Department: The Art of India
A large collection of links to websites on the art of India. Looks at India's history and its ancient civilizations, and festivals, puppetry, dance, music, architecture, painting, and lots more.
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Gendercide Watch: Case Study: Female Infanticide
A look at the ongoing problem of female infanticide in India and China. Contains statistical information along with summaries and background information for each case.
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The Epic of Ramayana
This article discusses the significant of on the Ramayana, the epic story of the hero Rama that is so much a part of Hindu culture.
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Fairs and Festivals of India
This extremely comprehensive site gives descriptions of all the major, religious, secular, fairs and festivals of India.
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Languages in India
This fascinating site lists the numerous languages spoken in India. The six major language groups are analyzed in terms of their usage in various parts of the country.
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Literature of India: Indian Writing in English
This site looks at Indian literature in English. Tracing the beginning of Indian literature from the 18th century this site analyses key literary figures up to present day.
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Languages in India: Official Languages
A comprehensive site that looks at the origin and present day status of the official languages as sanctionned by the Indian Constitution.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Shashi Tharoor: Why Nations Should Pursue "Soft" Power
In this video, Shashi Tharoor argues that "soft" power-the influence of a nation's culture on the rest of the world-has played a large role in India's rapid rise to power in the twenty-first century. [17:54] Includes a brief quiz and a...
Columbia University
Columbia University: The Interaction of Islam and Hinduism
This article discusses the development of religious culture within India. Because Islam and Hinduism are the most prominent religions within the country you will learn how each religion has had an influential impact on the other....
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Learn Hindi
Looking for a new language to speak? Try this introduction to Hindi. Find the alphabet and a collection of vocabulary sections. Play games for additional practice.
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Temple Net: Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneshwar
This comprehensive article details the history and use of the Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneshwar. Contains an image of the temple as well.
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Arts and Crafts of India
An informative and well written concise overview of Indian arts and crafts is presented in this site.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Diwali, India's Festival of Light
Join India's Festival of Lights, known as Diwali! Find out When it is celebrated? How it originated? What exactly is done by the people? Colorful photos accompany the article.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bengalis
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Bengalis. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Chakmas
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Chakmas who live in Bangladesh and neighboring countries. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion,...
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Indian Child: Population of India
This Indian Child site explores the facts and figures of the population of the country of India. Much information, mostly obtained by the Census of India.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Indians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Indian people of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Andhras
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Andhras of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Gonds
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Gonds of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Gujaratis
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Gujaratis of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Marathas
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Marathas of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Oriya
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Oriya of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Rajputs
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Rajputs of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....