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Did you know that the original Warli paintings were done by women in Warli community on the walls of their huts using only rice powder?
Did you know that there are around 705 tribes in India, out of which more than 200 are located in North-East India alone?
Did you know that some tribes in Meghalaya are matriarchal societies?
Though the tribes are increasingly being integrated into the rest of Indian society, they have preserved their traditional social form, art and culture.
Let us have look at tribal art and craft from different parts of India.
About This Capsule
India had always been known as the land that portrayed cultural and traditional vibrancy through its conventional arts and crafts. The 35 states and union territories sprawled across the country have their own distinct cultural and traditional identities and are displayed through various forms of art prevalent there. Every region in India has its own style and pattern of art, a traditional art practiced by several tribes or rural population, which is classified as tribal art. This course will help the viewer to learn about the tribal art & culture which is simple, ethnic yet colorful and vibrant enough to speak volumes about the country's rich heritage.
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Who is eligible: Any person wishing to know more about the Indian knowledge and culture.
How long will it need: 2 hours
What will I get: Course completion certificate authorised by ICCR and SPPU
How much will I have to pay: All the program topics are free of charge for viewing.
What will I learn:
- Learn about tribes in India and the diversity of tribes in India
- Study the uniqueness of Indian tribes which they have maintained through the cultural depiction of their art
- Understand the inseparable relation or relationship between Nature, Culture and Art
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Table Of Contents
Lesson 1 - Tribal Art and Culture: An Introduction
Lesson 2 - Tribal Art and Culture of West India
Lesson 3 - Tribal Art and Culture of South India
Lesson 4 - Tribal Art & Culture of Eastern India
Lesson 5 - Tribal Art & Culture of North Eastern India
Lesson 6 - Tribal Art & Culture of Northern India
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