Art & Culture Quick Book | 2nd Edition | IAS, PCS, CAPF, CDS & Other Competitive Examinations

Comprehensive Quick Book on Indian Art & Culture for IAS, PCS, CAPF, CDS and other competitive examinations
Covers the basic concepts of Art, Culture and Civilization
Includes the Expansion of Indian Culture across different regions
Detailed coverage of Indian Architecture from ancient to later periods
Covers major traditions of Indian Sculpture
Includes Indian Paintings, their traditions and major styles
Covers Crafts & Coinage and the development of Indian handicrafts
Dedicated chapters on Classical and Folk Dances of India
Covers Indian Music, including its historical development and major traditions
Includes Indian Theatre and its classical, folk and modern forms
Covers the evolution and development of Indian Cinema
Includes major Martial Arts & Sports in India
Covers Languages & Scripts and major language families of India
Includes Indian Literature, from Vedic and classical traditions to later literary developments
Covers Religion & Philosophy, including major religious traditions of India
Dedicated coverage of the Bhakti & Sufi Movements
Includes Buddhism & Jainism
Covers the Preservation of Culture, cultural institutions and conservation initiatives
Includes UNESCO & India
Covers the Development of Education in India
Includes the Development of Science & Technology in India
Covers major Fairs & Festivals
Includes Laws, Institutions & Awards related to Indian culture
Appendix includes important GI Tags in India

About this Book

Art & Culture Quick Book – 2nd Edition by Drishti Publications is a concise and structured resource designed for aspirants preparing for IAS, PCS, CAPF, CDS and other competitive examinations.

The book covers the major dimensions of India’s cultural heritage, beginning with basic concepts of Art and Culture and moving through architecture, sculpture, painting, crafts, dance, music, theatre, cinema, languages and literature.

It also covers important religious and philosophical traditions, Bhakti and Sufi movements, Buddhism and Jainism, along with cultural preservation, UNESCO, education, science and technology, fairs, festivals, laws, institutions and awards. The broad chapter-wise structure makes it useful for focused study and quick revision.