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Velu Nachiyar: A Queen and A Human Bomb
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Velu Nachiyar: A Queen and A Human Bomb

The first Indian queen who defeated the Britishers-you thought it was Jhansi ki Rani. Right? It was actually the queen Velu Nachiyar, who ruled 100 years before Jhansi ki Rani. This is a story of revenge and bravery of the most courageous queen of India.

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Discovering Dharma’s Definition
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Discovering Dharma’s Definition

You've almost certainly heard the term Dharma. Every Indian, like you and me, must have heard the name. However, if you ask them to explain it, the majority of them will be unable to do so. In English, dharma is commonly translated as religion. However, the term religion is too limited to encompass everything that dharma entails. What do you mean by that? Continue reading to learn more about the distinction as well as the notion.

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Appreciating the text, Therigatha
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Appreciating the text, Therigatha

It is rightfully said that passion knowledge is harmful In addition, proclaiming partial knowledge to others is more harmful. This is something that has been going on since millennials. At times these partial knowledge are busted and sometimes they continue to trouble the lives of others. One such case is the way the role of women in the society has been described. Although today, the all are much aware of the scenario the role of women in the society has been described way before. In addition to that proclaiming partial knowledge to others is more harmful. This is something that has been going on since millennials. At times these partial knowledge are busted, and sometimes they continue to trouble the lives of others. One such case is the way the role of women in the society has been described. Although today the world is much aware of the scenario the role of women in the society has already been described way before.

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Krishnamurti: To Deal with Pain and Suffering
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Krishnamurti: To Deal with Pain and Suffering

We all had at least that one moment when we sat and thought about the problems we have to deal with and how often it makes us sad and in pain. Although many people give various reasons for the misery and suffering in our lives, Jiddu Krishnamurti is someone who gives a very relatable and believable perspective on it. Read more to find out what he believes in and what he thinks is the right way to deal with all human suffering.

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Deeper Meanings of Dancing Shiva
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Deeper Meanings of Dancing Shiva

There is no doubt that our religious shrines and artifacts are truly amazing. They don't amaze with just their aesthetics, but also the stories and thoughts behind making it. One such artifact is the Dancing Shiva. Just look at the beautiful picture below. But do you know what does each specific aesthetic of the sculpture mean?

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Shivaratri: A Day Worth Celebrating
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Shivaratri: A Day Worth Celebrating

It hasn't been much time since we celebrated Shivratri. Every year many of us celebrate the beautiful eve. As much as the eve is charming, the story and the meaning behind it is much more pleasing.

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Adi Shankaracharya: Heard but not Remembered
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Adi Shankaracharya: Heard but not Remembered

When ShriKrishna, the Supreme Lord, has a plan, he always entrusts it to his most dedicated followers to carry it out. Anyone who assists the Lord in carrying out his plan becomes very beloved to him. In the BhagavadGita, Shri Krishna himself mentions it: “There is no servant in this world dearer to Me than he, nor will there ever be one more dear". One such devotee was Adi Shankaracharya.

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The Invention of Gita
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The Invention of Gita

There is no denying that Gita has been an important text for all of us. But why was Gita even made in the first place? What led to the creation of Gita? Let us scope through the backstory of the whole creation of the holy text.

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The Man Who "Shot" the Tiger for the First Time
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The Man Who "Shot" the Tiger for the First Time

We have all grown up watching various TV shows and photographs of animals, observing their lives, behaviours, and much more. In the Indian wildlife photography scene, tigers are the most frequently captured subjects. But have you ever wondered who took the first photo of a tiger? It was in 1925, and the man behind the lens was Frederick Walter Champion.

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ANNIE BESANT: THE BRITISH FREEDOM FIGHTER
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ANNIE BESANT: THE BRITISH FREEDOM FIGHTER

I understand. This is completely illogical. Why would you read about a British subject when we're meant to be discussing Indian history? What if I told you that this British lady was a part of India's war for independence? It did take place. Annie Besant is the name to remember. Learn how she ended up in India and became a participant in the fight for independence.

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