Unity in Diversity : INDIA.

                                              Indian Culture and Tradition.

                The uniqueness of Indian culture is the diversity among the people. It is only in India that people from different region, religion, cast, class and language live, work, play, eat together. Several Indian culture and tradition which are being followed now are being followed since generations and generations. The tradition of touching the feet of elders and taking blessing and joining the hands and saying namaste are the traditions which are being followed since many years.

       The qualities such as respectful, humble, hospitality, kindness, knowledge make Indian culture rich. Joining hands may seem a very silly act, but it show deep affection towards the person one is meeting. Family tradition such as arranged marriage in which the bride or bridegroom for the children in the house are chosen by the elderly family members of the house are still now followed. Though western cultures have an fare influence on India but the roots of Indian culture is still ferm in the hearts of the people.

               

Since, generations the most elderly male member of the house, is the head of the house and takes the financial responsibility of the house, while the mother takes care of the other responsibilities such nurturing and inculcating values. The grandparents in an Indian house, play an important role, they not only share their thoughts and values but also use their experience in the time of difficulties. It is only in India families that members of different generations live together, which is also called as joint family. This not only keeps the family intact but also makes the relationship among the family members good.

Religion:

     In India, there are nearly 300 religions and more than 3 million Gods. People have different faith as well as different Gods to whom they worship, still there is no discrimination among the citizen. Almost every month has a festival which is celebrated by people joyfully. The main festival are, Gudipadva, Id, Ganpati, Diwali and Christmas. Festival like Raksha-bandhan are celebrated to make the relationship of a brother and sister more strong. Festivals of all religion all celebrated by all the people and in harmony. 

States and Languages:

        India is divided into 29 states and almost each state has their own language, In India more 150 languages are spoken and written but still the administration runs smoothly. People speaking different language mingle with each other and help others to understand them. Each state in India is different from the other, It is very colorful as well as rich in nature. From the Northern tip of India to the southern tip you all will find variety in the Cultures an Traditions, In food as well as clothing,In Family settlements and lifestyle. Sanskrit is considered the mother of all languages and this Sanskrit language is originally from India. Though the people living in India are divided by states but their heart is one, their soul is one, their intention one, that is work for the progress of India. 

Food and architecture: 

          
         One of the important factors responsible for the development of the India, is the well flourished agriculture. In India agriculture is the occupation of the 45% population. Almost every food item grows in India. It is one of the biggest producers of rice in the world. The farmers are very hardworking as well as devoted to their work. It is because of their hard work that though India being so populated they demand for food grains are being met. Food plays an important role in the lives of Indians, everyone here likes to eat and feed others. Due to various Invasions on India in the pre-independence period, Indian cuisines are combination of Mughals, Turks, Portuguese and the Britishers. There is a vast variety in the Indian food items. some of the dishes are renowned all over the world. 

         In India their one of the most magnificent infrastructure, One of the best example is the Taj Mahal, which was build by Emperor Shahjahan. Taj Mahal is also also among the seven wonders of the world, Along with this building many adorable buildings such as forts, palaces, hotels and collages are present. 
         India Cannot be described in words, because as it is said,    "Better Experienced than defined.'' In the same way India alone is an Wonder which can be only experienced.

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Written by: Doran Mondal.
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