Explore the rich tapestry of Goa’s art and culture with the 14th volume of the Encyclopaedia of Art and Culture in India. This meticulously researched volume delves into Goa’s origin, history, geography, and economy. Discover detailed chapters covering everything from ancient cultural transformations and religious practices (Hindu, Muslim, and Christian) to the evolution of education, the position of women, societal structures, and marriage customs. Uncover insights into Goan paintings, sculpture, music, dance, drama, cuisine, attire, and language. The encyclopaedia also sheds light on archaeological findings, religious centers, museums, archives, vibrant festivals, birth and death rituals, folklore, myths, and the impact of globalization on Goan culture. An invaluable resource for scholars, social scientists, teachers, and students, offering an anthropological perspective on India’s diverse heritage.

Delve into the rich tapestry of Himachal Pradesh with this 6th volume of the Encyclopaedia of Art and Culture in India. Authored by Gopal Bhargava, this meticulously researched volume offers an in-depth exploration of the state’s origins, history, geography, and economy. Discover 23 chapters covering diverse topics including cultural evolution from ancient to modern times, religious practices like Hinduism and Buddhism, social customs, marriage traditions, and community life. It also sheds light on art forms such as painting and sculpture, performing arts like dance, drama, and music, as well as language, literature, folklore, and the impact of globalization. Essential for scholars, social scientists, teachers, and students interested in the anthropological perspective of Indian culture.

Explore the rich tapestry of Kerala’s cultural heritage with this meticulously researched volume from the Encyclopaedia of Art and Culture in India. This extensive guide delves deep into Kerala’s history, geography, and economy, presenting over 20 detailed chapters. Discover insights into cultural evolution, religious practices, educational systems, the role of women, social structures, and marital customs. It further illuminates the state’s artistic expressions, including painting, sculpture, music, dance, and drama. Uncover fascinating details on cuisine, attire, traditional crafts, kinship, language, and literature. This volume also highlights archaeological findings, religious sites, museums, fairs, festivals, birth and death rituals, folklore, and the impact of globalization on Kerala’s vibrant culture. An essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Indian arts and culture.

Explore the rich tapestry of Meghalaya and Mizoram’s art and culture with Volume 24 of the Encyclopaedia of Art and Culture in India. This meticulously researched volume delves into the origins, history, geography, and economy of these fascinating states. Discover 23 chapters covering everything from ancient cultural shifts to modern influences, including religion, education, women’s roles, social life, marriage customs, scholarly contributions, visual arts, performing arts like dance and music, culinary traditions, attire, kinship, language, literature, archaeological findings, and the impact of globalization. Written from an anthropological perspective, this encyclopaedia is an indispensable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the vibrant cultural heritage of India.