Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Marathas
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Marathas of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Oriya
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Oriya of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Rajputs
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Rajputs of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bengalis
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Bengalis. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Chakmas
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Chakmas who live in Bangladesh and neighboring countries. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Punjabis
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Punjabis. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
Shippensburg University
Shippensburg University: History of Buddhism
An extensive resource detailing the birth and spread of Buddhism throughout India. References China specifically, including the "blossoming of schools" during the Sui Dynasty.
Exploring Ancient World Cultures
Exploring Ancient World Cultures: Ancient India
This article explains what the Bhagavad Gita is and how this ancient Hindi book has inspired many within Indian culture and the world at large.
Other
How Does Art Tell Stories?
This lesson plan--for social studies or an art class studying the culture of India--features great clip art examples, resources for teachers, and a glossary of vocabulary words.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Introduction to Buddhism
Buddhism originated in what is today modern India, where it grew into an organized religion practiced by monks, nuns, and lay people. Read a brief history of this religion in this article.
Other
University of Miami: The Life of Buddha, Part I
A detailed account of the Buddha's life and teachings written from a philosophical perspective.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Indians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Indian people of India. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Roots of Hinduism
Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions. It has complex roots, and involves a vast array of practices and a host of deities. Its plethora of forms and beliefs reflects the tremendous diversity of India, where most of its one...
Other
University of Hyderabad: Interaction of Islamic and Indian Culture
This website provides a comprehensive background of the development of religious culture within the subcontinent of India. This unique advancement in culture has been cultivated by the movement and traditions of migrant groups and...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Hinduism
Wikipedia provides very detailed information on Hinduism, the oldest of the major world religions.
University of California
Ucla: Manas: Nataraja
Provides a comprehensive description of the dancing Shiva, known as Nataraja, that was popularized during the Chola Dynasty. Contains an image of a Chola bronze Nataraja.
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Fundamentals of Buddhism: Pre Buddhist Background
A site detailing Buddha and the fundamentals of Buddhism. Provides a brief history of India in relation to the growth of the spiritual movement.
Read Works
Read Works: Lunch Around the World
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about typical school lunches in other countries including: France, Spain, Lebanon, India, Singapore, South Africa, Brazil, and Japan. A question sheet is available to help students...
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: Asia
Read about the diverse countries of Asia. Primarily a travel guide, Geographia offers information on other topics, such as economy, geography, climate, history, and people of selected Asian countries. Pictures are included.
Friesian School
Friesian.com: Caste System Stages of Life in Hinduism
This comprehensive article from friesian.com covers the Caste System and also discusses the stages of life in Hinduism. Includes a graphic organizer.
BBC
Bbc: Mohandas "Mahatma" Gandhi
The idea of protesting by using non-violent means was a philosophy Gandhi modeled in India. Read about his background and how his religious beliefs inspired his peaceful ways. Included are conversations with Millie Polak who lived with...
Other
Personal Site: Inter Religious Attitude
A long essay from this personal site detailing Hinduism's tolerance of other religions and downplaying Hindu-Muslim tension in present-day India. Claims that Hindu India has always been a sanctuary for oppressed members of other...
Other
A Rough Guide to Kushan History: Homepage
This site from Kushan History presents a guide to the history of northern India and Afghanistan from the 2nd century BCE to the 3rd century CE. Content includes a focus on the ruling empires, general and military history, and coins.
University of California
Ucla: Manas: History and Politics: Public Interest Litigation
Though the Constitution of India guarantees equal rights to all citizens, irrespective of race, gender, religion, and other considerations, and the "directive principles of state policy" as stated in the Constitution obligate the...