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Any discussion about art, culture and traditions is incomplete without the mention
of India. This country is the birthplace of one of the richest cultures of the
world. The Indian culture has always amazed all other countries and has mesmerized
the people across different beliefs and origins. This culture is rooted firmly
in the psyche of the Indians and governs the way of life for most people living
in the country. The culture of India covers a vast spectrum of features ranging
from the close family structure, religion, language, art, history and several
other factors.
Cultural Ties
The culture of India is a unique and exquisite blend of various cultures and
traditions. Though the nation is regarded largely as the one, which is dominated
by the Hindu culture, it is one of the major bastions for civilizations like
Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism. This has resulted in the
existence of myriad values and customs that have their roots in respective religion.
People celebrate every religious festival with great enthusiasm, splendor and
gaiety. India has the unique distinction of celebrating the maximum number of
festivals in a calendar year. Apart from the festivals, another crucial aspect
about Indian culture is the family system.
Unlike the western culture, the Indian culture has family-bound traditions
and customs. Indians regard the family as an institution or a link, which continues
for the rest of their lives. India has a patriarchal system, wherein the father
is the head of the family and has the ultimate authority to take decisions for
the family. The Indians are known for their hospitable nature the world over.
Every household in India regards a guest as a form of god and treats him with
suitable respect and promptness.
Cultural Charisma
The other features of culture of India that attract millions of tourists every
year include Indian classical music and dance, art and architecture and even
cuisines. Indian classical music and dance find mention even in the ancient
religious texts and have till today treasured and developed by the people in
the country. India consists of innumerable religious and historic monuments
that reflect the strong influence of the several rulers that ruled the country
for ages. The country has monuments that replicate the Hindu style, Mughal pattern,
Victorian influence due to the British rule and several other modes.
The culture of India encompasses all these and much more. Every cultural aspect
of India has a history and saga of its own, which can capture the imagination
of every individual.
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