Author: MAJDA ASAD
Publisher: Publications Division Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
ISBN: 8123026323
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
INDIA IS a land of many religions. She is home to numerous communities presenting a good example of unity in diversity. Her festivals and customs give profound expression to the underlying social unity and mutual goodwill. Books on this subject have been brought out by this Department earlier also. This book on the festivals and customs of Indian Muslims is part of the same series.
Indian Muslim Festivals and Customs
Author: MAJDA ASAD
Publisher: Publications Division Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
ISBN: 8123026323
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
INDIA IS a land of many religions. She is home to numerous communities presenting a good example of unity in diversity. Her festivals and customs give profound expression to the underlying social unity and mutual goodwill. Books on this subject have been brought out by this Department earlier also. This book on the festivals and customs of Indian Muslims is part of the same series.
Publisher: Publications Division Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
ISBN: 8123026323
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
INDIA IS a land of many religions. She is home to numerous communities presenting a good example of unity in diversity. Her festivals and customs give profound expression to the underlying social unity and mutual goodwill. Books on this subject have been brought out by this Department earlier also. This book on the festivals and customs of Indian Muslims is part of the same series.
Muslim Festivals in India and Other Essays
Author: Joseph-Héliodore Garcin de Tassy
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
The three essays in this volume give a graphic account of Indian Muslim festivals in the nineteeth century, as observed by the participants themselves. The majority of these participants were Hindus who added their own practices to these supposedly Islamic events. The French Indologist de Tassy adds his own pungent comments to those of his sources, thus providing in this volume a fascinating interplay of cultural perspectives. This is the first translation into English of this classic nineteenth-century French work.
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
The three essays in this volume give a graphic account of Indian Muslim festivals in the nineteeth century, as observed by the participants themselves. The majority of these participants were Hindus who added their own practices to these supposedly Islamic events. The French Indologist de Tassy adds his own pungent comments to those of his sources, thus providing in this volume a fascinating interplay of cultural perspectives. This is the first translation into English of this classic nineteenth-century French work.
Let's Celebrate Ramadan & Eid! (Muslim Festival of Fasting & Sweets) (Maya & Neel's India Adventure Series, Book 4)
Author: Ajanta Chakraborty
Publisher: Culture Groove / Bollywood Groove
ISBN: 1945792620
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
**FREE** Monthly Stories & Dances Workshop. Details: CultureGroove.com/Free From the best-selling authors (nine titles) of Culture Groove, here is a book on Ramadan & Eid that highlights the cultural aspects of the festival and its roots in gratitude and helping those in need. Maya, Neel and their famous pet squirrel Chintu fly to India for yet another fun adventure. This time, they get to experience all about Ramadan including the vibrant markets of Chand Raat (night of the moon), the famous Jama Masjid, the delicious food, the exciting Eidi gifts and even a trip to volunteer at the local shelter. Each book is written with a mission of helping RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS irrespective of their ethnic or cultural background or helping kids CONNECT TO THEIR ROOTS. Visit our website to get additional FREE educational resources!
Publisher: Culture Groove / Bollywood Groove
ISBN: 1945792620
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
**FREE** Monthly Stories & Dances Workshop. Details: CultureGroove.com/Free From the best-selling authors (nine titles) of Culture Groove, here is a book on Ramadan & Eid that highlights the cultural aspects of the festival and its roots in gratitude and helping those in need. Maya, Neel and their famous pet squirrel Chintu fly to India for yet another fun adventure. This time, they get to experience all about Ramadan including the vibrant markets of Chand Raat (night of the moon), the famous Jama Masjid, the delicious food, the exciting Eidi gifts and even a trip to volunteer at the local shelter. Each book is written with a mission of helping RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS irrespective of their ethnic or cultural background or helping kids CONNECT TO THEIR ROOTS. Visit our website to get additional FREE educational resources!
Hindu Festivals
Author: Dilip Kadodwala
Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
ISBN: 9780431069661
Category : Fasts and feasts
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Provides an overview of the Hindu religion, including its history, ceremonies, and customs.
Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
ISBN: 9780431069661
Category : Fasts and feasts
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Provides an overview of the Hindu religion, including its history, ceremonies, and customs.
Major Faith Traditions of India
Author: V. S. Lalrinawma
Publisher: ISPCK
ISBN: 9788172149611
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Publisher: ISPCK
ISBN: 9788172149611
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Pratiyogita Darpan
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Pratiyogita Darpan (monthly magazine) is India's largest read General Knowledge and Current Affairs Magazine. Pratiyogita Darpan (English monthly magazine) is known for quality content on General Knowledge and Current Affairs. Topics ranging from national and international news/ issues, personality development, interviews of examination toppers, articles/ write-up on topics like career, economy, history, public administration, geography, polity, social, environment, scientific, legal etc, solved papers of various examinations, Essay and debate contest, Quiz and knowledge testing features are covered every month in this magazine.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Pratiyogita Darpan (monthly magazine) is India's largest read General Knowledge and Current Affairs Magazine. Pratiyogita Darpan (English monthly magazine) is known for quality content on General Knowledge and Current Affairs. Topics ranging from national and international news/ issues, personality development, interviews of examination toppers, articles/ write-up on topics like career, economy, history, public administration, geography, polity, social, environment, scientific, legal etc, solved papers of various examinations, Essay and debate contest, Quiz and knowledge testing features are covered every month in this magazine.
Fairs and Festivals of Indian Tribes
Author: Robin D. Tribhuwan
Publisher: Discovery Publishing House
ISBN: 9788171416400
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Contents: An Introduction to Tribal Fairs and Festivals, Fairs and Festivals of the Kinnaras of Western Himalaya, Asur Festivals, Festivals of Sauria Paharia, Disuasendra in Santhal Society, Tribal Fairs and Festivals of Rajasthan, Celebration of Life, Fairs and Festivals of the Bhilala Tribe, Tribal Festivals in Maharashtra, Nyokum: The Festival of the Nyishis of Arunachal Pradesh, Tribal Festivals in Kalhandi, Orissa, Influence of Kali Puja Festival on Tribals of West Bengal, Festivals in India: A Theoretical Consideration, Bohada: The Mask Festival of Bharsatmet, Festivals and Fairs of the Nagas, Festivals of Selected Tribes from South India, Vaneshwar Fair, Fairs in Tribal Bihar, Folk Dance in the Season of Fairs and Festivals Amongst Juangs, Gujarat s Tribal Fairs, Toranmal Fir of the Tribals from Satpuda Mountain Ranges, Bhima Shanker Tribal Fair, The Mahalaxmi Fair of Tribals in South Gujarat and Western Maharashtra, Devmogra and Asthamba Fairs.
Publisher: Discovery Publishing House
ISBN: 9788171416400
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Contents: An Introduction to Tribal Fairs and Festivals, Fairs and Festivals of the Kinnaras of Western Himalaya, Asur Festivals, Festivals of Sauria Paharia, Disuasendra in Santhal Society, Tribal Fairs and Festivals of Rajasthan, Celebration of Life, Fairs and Festivals of the Bhilala Tribe, Tribal Festivals in Maharashtra, Nyokum: The Festival of the Nyishis of Arunachal Pradesh, Tribal Festivals in Kalhandi, Orissa, Influence of Kali Puja Festival on Tribals of West Bengal, Festivals in India: A Theoretical Consideration, Bohada: The Mask Festival of Bharsatmet, Festivals and Fairs of the Nagas, Festivals of Selected Tribes from South India, Vaneshwar Fair, Fairs in Tribal Bihar, Folk Dance in the Season of Fairs and Festivals Amongst Juangs, Gujarat s Tribal Fairs, Toranmal Fir of the Tribals from Satpuda Mountain Ranges, Bhima Shanker Tribal Fair, The Mahalaxmi Fair of Tribals in South Gujarat and Western Maharashtra, Devmogra and Asthamba Fairs.
A Comprehensive History of India: Comprehensive history of medieval India
Author: B.N. Puri
Publisher: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd
ISBN: 9788120725089
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
This book is primarily meant for the general public and students, who desire to understand the history and culture of India. It is the product of a joint venture undertaken by a group of historians who do not go by conformist views but by critical, objective and analytical assessment of events and developments in accordance with the methodical discipline of scientific research.
Publisher: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd
ISBN: 9788120725089
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
This book is primarily meant for the general public and students, who desire to understand the history and culture of India. It is the product of a joint venture undertaken by a group of historians who do not go by conformist views but by critical, objective and analytical assessment of events and developments in accordance with the methodical discipline of scientific research.
Indian Muslim Women’s Movement
Author: Zakia Soman, Dr. Noorjehan Safia Niaz
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1649199872
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
This collection of essays and articles captures the beginning of the Muslim women’s movement in India in the last two decades. Written at different points during the journey, these pieces provide a glimpse into the collective tumultuous journey of women demanding reform in Muslim family law in India and for equal citizenship without discrimination. This journey was undertaken by ordinary women under their own leadership. This collection highlights the challenges faced by women. It also celebrates successes such as the organization of women into groups, abolition of triple talaq and women’s entry into the mazar of Haji Ali Dargah. This book is a collection of articles written by authors, individually and jointly in various newspapers, magazines, journals and other publications. It challenges the misogynist regressive norms for women in family set by patriarchal religious groups. It calls for state accountability in providing safety, security and equality to Muslim citizens. Based on experiences and insights from grounded struggle of ordinary women, these essays give hope and provide strength in addressing discrimination through shared vision and collective democratic action. It calls out the failure of conservative religious leadership as well as elected representatives in providing an enabling environment to the community and particularly, women. It calls out certain feminists for their dual standards and for unsuccessful attempts to weaken the movement for reform in family law led by ordinary Muslim women.
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1649199872
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
This collection of essays and articles captures the beginning of the Muslim women’s movement in India in the last two decades. Written at different points during the journey, these pieces provide a glimpse into the collective tumultuous journey of women demanding reform in Muslim family law in India and for equal citizenship without discrimination. This journey was undertaken by ordinary women under their own leadership. This collection highlights the challenges faced by women. It also celebrates successes such as the organization of women into groups, abolition of triple talaq and women’s entry into the mazar of Haji Ali Dargah. This book is a collection of articles written by authors, individually and jointly in various newspapers, magazines, journals and other publications. It challenges the misogynist regressive norms for women in family set by patriarchal religious groups. It calls for state accountability in providing safety, security and equality to Muslim citizens. Based on experiences and insights from grounded struggle of ordinary women, these essays give hope and provide strength in addressing discrimination through shared vision and collective democratic action. It calls out the failure of conservative religious leadership as well as elected representatives in providing an enabling environment to the community and particularly, women. It calls out certain feminists for their dual standards and for unsuccessful attempts to weaken the movement for reform in family law led by ordinary Muslim women.
Saffron
Author: Alireza Koocheki
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
ISBN: 0128186380
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 568
Book Description
Saffron: Science, Technology and Health summarizes the scientific, technical and health aspects of this crop. Saffron possesses unique agronomical, ecological, social and physiological characteristics. And, there are various chemical components present in saffron, including carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, color pigment, aromatic and flavoring agents. Saffron has a long history of use in traditional medicine, and in recent years, the application of saffron in the medical industry as a cancer curing and antidepressant agent has brought more attention. There is also a growing trend of saffron use in the conventional food industry, including saffron desserts, cream, butter, beverages, powders, cake mixes and soups. Intended for nutrition scientists and scientists and technologists working in the areas of food, agriculture, new product development and pharmacology.
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
ISBN: 0128186380
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 568
Book Description
Saffron: Science, Technology and Health summarizes the scientific, technical and health aspects of this crop. Saffron possesses unique agronomical, ecological, social and physiological characteristics. And, there are various chemical components present in saffron, including carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, color pigment, aromatic and flavoring agents. Saffron has a long history of use in traditional medicine, and in recent years, the application of saffron in the medical industry as a cancer curing and antidepressant agent has brought more attention. There is also a growing trend of saffron use in the conventional food industry, including saffron desserts, cream, butter, beverages, powders, cake mixes and soups. Intended for nutrition scientists and scientists and technologists working in the areas of food, agriculture, new product development and pharmacology.