WHAT IS CULTURE ?
The word "Hindture" is a combination of hindustan and it's culture. The culture is a way of life The way you think, the way you work, the language you speak and the god you worship, all are aspects of culture. In very simple terms we can say that culture is the embodiment of the ways in which we think and do things.Art,music,literature,architecture,sculpture,philosophy,religion and science can be seen as aspects of culture.
India is basically divided into four parts -
NORTH INDIA The term North Indian Culture describes the cultural heritage of the seven North Indian states of Punjab, Uttarakhand , Jammu & Kashmir, Chandigarh (Union Territory), Haryana, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh .
EAST INDIA is the togetherness of eight states – Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim and basically known as North Eastern Region, NER.
WEST INDIA includes the states of Goa, Gujarat ,Rajasthan . and Maharashtra , Madhyapradesh along with the Union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman
India has 29 states and 8 union territories with different culture and it is the second most populated country in the world. Indian culture, is a combination of several cultures. India is one of the most religiously and ethnically diverse nations in the world, with some of the most deeply religious societies and cultures. Throughout the history of India, Indian culture has been heavily influenced by Dharmic religions.
Let's come and know about the culture of different states in india
Culture of jammu and kashmir
The culture of kashmir is a diverse blend and highly influenced by Indian, Persian as well as Central Asian cultures. Kashmiri culture is heavily influenced by Hinduism, Buddhism and later by Islam. people today have developed tolerance as well as acceptance of Hindu, Sikh, Islam and Buddhist philosophies. The diversity is seen in the way Buddhists, Hindus, Sikhs and Muslims retain their individuality and the unity can be witnessed during fairs and festivals when they come together to celebrate.
FESTIVALS
Primary festivals of Kashmiri Hindus include:
- Herath (Shivaratri)
- Khetchmaavas
- Navreh
- Zyeth Atham
- Tiky Tsoram
- Pann
- Gaad Batt
Kashmiri Muslims
Primary festivals of Kashmiri Muslims include:
LANGUAGES
Kashmiri or Koshur, is a language from the Dardic subgroup of Indo-Aryan languages, spoken by around 7 million Kashmiris, primarily in the Indian territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The official languages of Jammu and Kashmir are Koshur, Dogri, Hindi-Urdu and English. Kashmiri is recognised as a regional language in the state and is also among the 22 scheduled languages of India.
MUSIC
The Bharata Natya Shastra is the arts one which has influenced dance, music and literary traditions in India, originated from Kashmir.
Kashmiri Music includes:
- Chakri
- Henzae
- Rouf or Wanwun
- Ladishah
- Sufiana Kalam
Dumhal is a dance performed in the Indian territory of Jammu and Kashmir by the Watal tribe. The folk of the wattal are privileged to perform this dance, on specific occasions and at set locations.Generally, this dance is performed with wearing long, colourful robes and tall, conical caps, studded with beads and shells.
The dancers sing in chorus. Drums are used to assist the music. The performers move in a ritual manner and dig a banner into the ground on set occasions. Usually, the dance begins with men dancing around this banner.
Bacha Nagma is one of the major folk dance forms found in the Kashmir valley.
- Mutton Rogan Josh.
- Yogurt Lamb Curry.
- Paneer Chaman.
- Kashmiri Saag.
- Khatte Baingan.
- Dum Aloo.
- Kashmiri Style Mutton Ribs.
- Haak.
The word 'Punjabi' can mean both a person who lives in Punjab and also speaks Punjabi language. This name originates from the Persian language 'panj', (five), and 'ab', (water). In Rigvedic times, this area was called Sapta Sindhu or 'Seven Rivers' illustrating the extent of Undivided Punjab. Indus River (the largest river in this five river system), and the five other rivers to the south eventually join Indus or merge into it later in the downstream of the Punjab valley. All the rivers start and flow out of the Himalayas. These other five rivers are Jhelum River, Chenab River, Ravi River, Beas River and Sutlej River. The culture of Punjab encompasses the spoken languages , written literature, cuisine, science, technology, military warfare, architecture, traditions, sacrifices etc.
DANCE
Punjabi people performs many dances, normally performed at times of celebration, including harvests, festivals and weddings. The particular background of the dances can be non-religious and religious. The overall style can range from the high energy "bhangra" men's dance to the more reserved "jhumar," the "gidha" women's dance and "Malwayi Gidha" is a form of dance can be performed by both men and women together.
FOODS
- Amritsari Kulcha.
- Sarso ka Saag and Makki di Roti
- Lassi
- Chhole-Bhature
- Tandoori Chicken
- Gobhi-Shalgam-Gajar Pickle.
- Pinni.
CULTURE OF HARYANA
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Music
- Ghumar Dance.
- Ras Leela. This dance from is dedicated to Lord Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
- Phag Dance or Phalgun Dance.
- Loor Folk dances of Haryana.
- Daph dance Folk dances of Haryana.
- Gugga dance Folk dances of Haryana.
- Khoria Dance Folk dances of Haryana.
- Holi Dance Folk dances of Haryana.
- Kachri ki Chutney.
- Mixed Dal.
- Hara Dhania Cholia.
- Bajra Aloo Roti.
- Alsi ki Pinni.
- Besan Ki Masala Roti.
- Bhura Roti Ghee.
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Most of the people of Uttarakhand speak Indo-Aryan languages. Hindi is the official language of the state. Hindustani, which contains words from both Hindi and Urdu, is the principal spoken language. Other languages used in Uttarakhand include Garhwali and Kumauni (both Pahari languages), Punjabi, and Nepali.
The folk songs used in Uttarakhandi music include the dhol damau, turri, ransingha, dholki, daur, thali, bhankora and mashakbaja. Traditional folk songs from the region, include ceremonial mandal, martial panwara, melancholy khuder, religious jagar, thadya and jhora.
- Chholiya is a dance form practised in the Kumaon division of Uttarakhand, India. It is basically a sword dance accompanying a marriage procession but now it is performed on many auspicious occasions.
- Bhotiya Dance is a ritual which falls under the traditional customs and rituals of the Bhotiyas of Uttarakhand. One of the ancient tribes of Uttarakhand, the Bhotiyas observe their rites and rituals and have preserved their customs even after all these years.
- Jhora Dance.This type of folk dance is usually conducted when the spring season starts and the local tribe dance twice a day, morning and evening, throughout the season. It is also performed during the weddings of the local tribe and during the festivals and fairs conducted in the town or village. Many people from across the state and country come and visit the town to witness the colour Jhora dance performance by the local tribe.
- Mukhota Dance Traditional ‘Mukhota’ dance was the centre of attraction during the fifth day of the snow fest at Goshal in tribal Lahaul-Spiti district today. Technical Education Minister Ram Lal Markanda, who was the chief guest, also participated in the folk dance.
The state is home to a very old tradition in dance and music. During the eras of Guptas and Harsh Vardhan, Uttar Pradesh was a major centre for musical innovation. Swami Haridas was a great saint-musician who championed Hindustani Classical Music. Tansen, the great musician in Mughal Emperor Akbar's court, was a disciple of Swami Haridas.
Kathak, a classical dance form, involving gracefully coordinated movements of feet along with entire body, grew and flourished in Uttar Pradesh. Wajid Ali Shah, the last Nawab of Awadh, was a great patron and a passionate champion of Kathak. Today, the state is home to two prominent schools of this dance form, namely, Lucknow Gharana and Banaras Gharana.
LANGUAGES
The common state-language of Uttar Pradesh is standard Hindi. While standard Hindi (Khari boli) is the official language, several important regional Hindi 'dialects' are spoken in the state and among these are: Awadhi, Bhojpuri, Braj, Kannauji, Kaurvi, Gurjari, Bagheli and Bundeli, besides several local dialects that do not have a formal name. Urdu is prominent in Uttar Pradesh as Lucknow was once the centre of Indo-Persianate culture in north India. The language of Lucknow ("Lakhnavi Urdu") is a form of high literary Urdu.
- Mutton Kofta
- Arhar Ki Dal
- Kakori Kebab
- Bhindi ka Sala
- Batti chokha
- Bedhai
- pedha
- petha
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