Indian Literature
Vedic Literature
- The Vedic literature refers to the formation of literature during the Vedic period i.e. 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. Broadly, in terms of writing, Vedic literature is classified as – Shruti literature and Smriti literature.
- Shruti Literature: The word ‘Shruti’ means ‘to hear’ and describes the sacred texts which comprise of Vedas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, & Upanishads.
- Smriti Literature: The word ‘Smriti’ literally means to be remembered and which is supplementary and may change over time. Smriti Literature is the entire body of the post-Vedic Classical Sanskrit literature and consists of Vedanga, Shad darsana, Puranas, Itihasa, Upveda, Tantras, Agamas, ....
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Indian Heritage & Culture
- 1 Urbanization and Architecture during Indus Valley Civilization
- 2 Development of Vihara & Chaitya Architecture
- 3 Jain Architecture: Regional Influence and Features
- 4 Buddhist & Jain Architecture
- 5 Development of Rock-Cut Architecture
- 6 Major Styles of Sculpture and Foreign Influences
- 7 Temple Architecture & Medieval Society
- 8 Vedic Society and its Continuity
- 9 Syncretism, Mysticism, and Social Impact
- 10 Modern Social Reform Movements
