Indian Society

Religion is as important to India as is breathing to a living being. People in India staunchly believe in their faiths. It is amazing how simply they can believe in the religious myths and legends. The diversity in India has resulted in the formation of several religious faiths. Yet these different religious communities co-exist in the Indian terrain. 

Numerous India personalities like religious gurus, freedom fighters, writers, thinkers, politicians, administrators, scientists, athletes and actors have made India proud from time to time. Hailing from ordinary backgrounds these personages, both men and women, have achieved extraordinary fetes. In the process they have established themselves as idols and shown to the world that if there is a will than sky is the limit.

Palatable dishes are rustled up in every corner of India. While the traditional recipes score high even today new experiments with food is quite common too. The cuisines of India include an array of delicacies that comprises both hot & spicy and healthly foods. The wide range of desserts that are available in the sub-continent is amazing too 

India is truly a land of the tribes. With more than 84.4 million, India has the largest population of the tribal people in the world. These tribal people also known as the ‘adivasis’ are the poorest in the country, who are still dependent on hunting, agriculture and fishing. This aboriginal population in India has their own set of culture, religious and societal norms. While some of the India tribal societies have merged with the mainstream, most of the tribes are rooted to their native culture even today.  

Astrology is a branch of science that greatly influences the Indian society and culture. Dating back to Vedic India astrology is popular even today. Whether it is birth, marriage, death or a commencement of a new work; astrologers are in huge demand in the Indian society. Like the other branches of science astrology is quite arresting. 

The heart of India lies in its villages. The rural India is a complete contrast to the urban one with its sky scrappers and rapid pace of life. India villages are, in fact, the true representatives of India. Family bonding, social responsibilities, religious practices and others are the innate features of village life. The Indian ‘rural cosmopolitan’ makes India more interesting and enriching.

The diversity of the Indian states has give rise to a wide range of costumes. While the traditional costumes never go out of fashion, the latest trends in the textile industries never go unnoticed. The best part of the India costume is the fusion. It is an intelligent combination of traditional and modern that is mostly popular in India today. Certain costumes like the saree and dhoti-punjabi are exclusive to Indian sub-continent. Indian fashion industry has eminent designers like Sabyasachi, JJ Valaya, Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra and many more who have raised the bar of Indian bridal dresses by adding new dimension to its style quotient 

Wedding is often defined union of two souls. In India wedding is social event that involves elaborate rituals. The Indian milieu comprises different communities and the weddings vary accordingly. Traditional Indian weddings are simply a treat to watch. Whether it is a Hindu marriage or a Muslim one, customs and traditions play a major part. Big fat Indian weddings are call of the season in the modern era. 

Since long decades, India has become synonymous with gold jewellery. Today Indian Jewellery is in great demand overseas. Jewelleries and ornaments are invincible in India. Both men and women have an eye for jewelleries. The history of wearing ornaments dates back to Indus Valley Civilisation. Indian jewelleries in gold and silver, stone studded ones and tribal ornaments are popular worldwide. India is the land of diversity with varied cultures and traditions, which unite to become a single nation.  

Kamasutra is the ancient scripture on love and pleasure. Composed by Vatsyayana this treatise on love is an elaboration on the art of love. Various sections of the book illustrate maxims on love. While most consider as a manual on the art of love, it is undeniable that Kamasutra contains historical relevance as well. 

Women play a pivotal role in the India society. Though their position remains debatable but it is undeniable that Indian women are indispensable part of the society. According to ancient preaching the mother is the essential part of the family. With time the role of the women in Indian society has undergone huge changes. Professionally qualified, excellent homemakers, economically independent and adept at handling dicey situations, Indian women still have a long way to go.