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Research paper thumbnail of “Once upon a time, there was a freedom fighter called Amma.” Mothers and grandmothers of Rajputana and the Indian freedom movement

Women's Studies International Forum

The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian f... more The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian freedom struggle more difficult for women than in British India. This paper draws from an intimate recollection of variegated associations of the author’s great-grandmother, Kalavati Devi, with the movement to scrutinize the lack of recognition to women in the history of Indian freedom movement. The paper argues for an intertwined understanding of public participation and domestic roles of women in the light of their nationalist consciousness. The narrative of Kalavati documents her contribution to the nationalist cause beyond her public role to explore whether her role as a wife and a mother can be viewed as part of the nationalist movement. The paper also makes a case for using family memories, oral narratives, and non-formal sources to document political activism of women and bring attention to the domestic sphere in the history of the freedom movement.

Research paper thumbnail of “Once upon a time, there was a freedom fighter called Amma.” Mothers and grandmothers of Rajputana and the Indian freedom movement

Women's Studies International Forum, 2023

The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian f... more The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian freedom struggle more difficult for women than in British India. This paper draws from an intimate recollection of variegated associations of the author’s great-grandmother, Kalavati Devi, with the movement to scrutinize the lack of recognition to women in the history of Indian freedom movement. The paper argues for an intertwined understanding of public participation and domestic roles of women in the light of their nationalist consciousness. The narrative of Kalavati documents her contribution to the nationalist cause beyond her public role to explore whether her role as a wife and a mother can be viewed as part of the nationalist movement. The paper also makes a case for using family memories, oral narratives, and non-formal sources to document political activism of women and bring attention to the domestic sphere in the history of the freedom movement.

Research paper thumbnail of Cultural and Historical Implication of Museum Collection: Representation of Regions and Tribes in the Nose Rings of Amrapali Museum of Jaipur, India

ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts

Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons ... more Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons for wearing nose rings are varied which often takes ritualistic meanings. Some aboriginal tribes used bone or boar tusks to appear fiercer to their enemies. In tribal societies nose rings can assume amulet function to prevent evil spirits from entering the body. Nose is one of the most visible parts of the face. Nose ornaments greatly enhance and brighten the individual appearance. Therefore, a lot of attention and traditional significance has been attached to their designs. In India, the tradition of nose rings can be a rich source of cultural history of communities. The present study analyzes a few regional traditions pertaining to the practice of wearing nose rings. Nose rings have been selected to represent east, west, north, south, and central regions of India. The nose rings have been documented to highlight their historical and cultural significance and not just their decorative f...

Research paper thumbnail of Chaturvedi, Neekee. 2022-23. History of Women in Indian National Movement and Role of Family Memories and Intimate Recollections. Jijnasa Vol XXX. pp. 84-93

Research paper thumbnail of CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL IMPLICATION OF MUSEUM COLLECTION: REPRESENTATION OF REGIONS AND TRIBES IN THE NOSE RINGS OF AMRAPALI MUSEUM OF JAIPUR, INDIA

ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 2023

Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons ... more Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons for wearing nose rings are varied which often takes ritualistic meanings. Some aboriginal tribes used bone or boar tusks to appear fiercer to their enemies. In tribal societies nose rings can assume amulet function to prevent evil spirits from entering the body. Nose is one of the most visible parts of the face. Nose ornaments greatly enhance and brighten the individual appearance. Therefore, a lot of attention and traditional significance has been attached to their designs. In India, the tradition of nose rings can be a rich source of cultural history of communities. The present study analyzes a few regional traditions pertaining to the practice of wearing nose rings. Nose rings have been selected to represent east, west, north, south, and central regions of India. The nose rings have been documented to highlight their historical and cultural significance and not just their decorative function. The focus of the study is to showcase unique illustrations through carefully selected nose ornaments worn in eight different states of India from the collection of the Amrapali Museum.

Research paper thumbnail of Complexities of Culture and Tensions in the Past

Research paper thumbnail of Mediating Role of Print Media in Shaping Awareness and Perception About Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme: A Study on Farmers of Gorakhpur District Uttar Pradesh

ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts

A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towa... more A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towards the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme of the central government. The government's PM-Kisan program, also known as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme, offers financial support to small and marginal farmers. The government will give all eligible beneficiaries Rs. 6000 a year in three instalments under this scheme. The objective of the study is to gauge the level of awareness and perception of the farmers towards the scheme furthermore to assess the role of Print Media for the same. For this purpose, 80 beneficiaries of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme were taken as study respondents from Jangal Dhoosar and Jangle Rani Kuanri Suhas villages of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. The data reveals that all the respondents (n = 80) were aware of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. 68 respondents (85%) have the basic knowledge of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. However, about 10 of the responde...

Research paper thumbnail of Indispensable for dispensation: The agency and experience of Buddhist nuns in the early history of the bhikkhunī saṅgha

Studies in Religion/Sciences Religieuses

The entry of women into Buddhist monasticism was permitted with great reluctance and a special se... more The entry of women into Buddhist monasticism was permitted with great reluctance and a special set of rules. Within the disciplinary framework of institutional subordination, Buddhist nuns created spaces that provided women with spiritual opportunities away from social and domestic ties. Although monks dominated both the Buddhist saṅgha and religious texts, the earliest nuns worked assiduously and creatively to strengthen their practice. This article explores early Buddhist texts to unravel gendered monastic experiences. The nuns could not have registered a vital presence in the history of Buddhism if they had remained passive members. Social relations before they joined the order, as well as the newly forged bonds within, played a significant role in their progress in comprehending and observing spiritual practices. When seen on their own terms, the position and contribution of nuns appear stronger and more agentive than has been usually assumed.

Research paper thumbnail of THE BUDDHIST ORDER OF NUNS:ORIGINATION IN STRUGGLE, STRUGGLING SINCE ORIGINATION

The Mahabodhi, 2022

New #publication #journal #article #buddhism Chaturvedi, Neekee, 'The Buddhist Order of Nuns: Or... more New #publication #journal #article #buddhism
Chaturvedi, Neekee, 'The Buddhist Order of Nuns: Originating in Struggle, Struggling Since Origination' in The Maha Bodhi, May 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Historical Analysis of Modern Rajasthan by M S Jain

Jijnasa, 2021

Presenting before you a glimpse of latest issue of the Department of History and Indian Culture, ... more Presenting before you a glimpse of latest issue of the Department of History and Indian Culture, University of Rajasthan's journal Jijnasa on the theme of Historians and Historiography of Rajasthan. The issue is dedicated to Prof M S Jain, a scholar of modern Indian history whose national history expertise enriched regional history writing immensely. Sharing my article on his contribution to #history of #modern #rajasthan from the #journal. M S Jain was a stellar teacher and a fearless scholar. His critique of romantic notions of Rajputs, found in Rajathan through the Ages and ruthless analysis of British policies through quantitative evidence in Surplus to Subsistence still remain seminal contributions to #historyofrajasthan as well as #historyofindia .
#publication #journal #researchpaper #article

Research paper thumbnail of Historian of Cultural Memory of the Desert Folklorist Komal Kothari

Jijnasa, 2021

Komal Kothari is remembered as a walking encyclopedia of culture of Western Rajasthan. My paper H... more Komal Kothari is remembered as a walking encyclopedia of culture of Western Rajasthan. My paper Historian of the Cultural memory of the Desert attempts to analyze his contribution to history of Rajasthan along some broad inquiries. Can #folklore be regarded as #history ? How does the folk imagine the #region of #Rajasthan? Do folk narratives offer differing perspectives on social dynamics? How does the folk material connect with ecology of Rajasthan? How to use material #culture of the folk in history? I have explored Kothari’s work as a #folklorist to explore how he has addressed these themes.
Chaturvedi, Neekee, 'Historian of Cultural Memory of the Desert: Folklorist Komal Kothari'. In Jijnasa, Vol. XXIX, 2021-2022, pp. 47-63
#publication #journal #researchpaper #article

Research paper thumbnail of Historical Geography of Ancient India

The Geopolitical Orbits of Ancient India: The Geographical Frames of the Ancient Indian Dynasties... more The Geopolitical Orbits of Ancient India: The Geographical Frames of the Ancient Indian Dynasties by Dilip K Chakrabarti (New Delhi: Oxford University Press), 2010; pp 198, Rs 650.

Research paper thumbnail of Love, loss, and longing in Kashmir

Asian Ethnicity

Kashmir, the name conjures up an image of idyllic landscape, valleys of flowers, majestic chinars... more Kashmir, the name conjures up an image of idyllic landscape, valleys of flowers, majestic chinars, 1 and lyrical ripples of Jhelum. Or it brings to mind the conflict, militancy, slogans of azadi, 2...

Research paper thumbnail of Subordination, Repression and Coping Strategies in the Jātaka Tales

The Jātakas are a valuable resource for reconstructing social history. Even though the stories ar... more The Jātakas are a valuable resource for reconstructing social history. Even though the stories are largely intended to be moral parables, they are replete with historical details. With a broadly Buddhist orientation, they draw freely from the existing folklore. The many tales incidentally reveal various aspects of everyday lives of ordinary people. They also touch upon aspects of their relations with the elite, the repression that they had to suffer and the strategies they devised to cope with a society marked by deep differences based on caste, class and gender. These forms of repression manifested themselves through the social hierarchy of caste, the class differences between masters and slaves, and the patriarchal overtone in gender roles. The various forms of subordination, aggravated by oppressive factors of political power, patriarchal mindset and vulnerability of groups like the aged, form the focus of this study.

Research paper thumbnail of Buddhist Mindfulness Meditation: Spiritual Sustenance and Psychological Well-being

This paper is an attempt to describe the religio-spiritual and psycho-secular contexts of mindful... more This paper is an attempt to describe the religio-spiritual and psycho-secular contexts of mindfulness meditation. The purpose of the description and analysis shall be to enhance the understanding and efficacy of mindfulness meditation. The first part dealing with mindfulness as a tool for spiritual sustenance shall draw from the corpus of Buddhist scriptures. The Pāli texts chart out the methodology for mindfulness meditation. The scriptural descriptions pertaining to mindfulness are a part of core teachings of Buddhism. One has to begin with a comprehension of the aṭṭhāṅgikamagga that enunciates right mindfulness. After an exposition of the classical interpretation, the paper shall briefly sketch its role in clinical psychotherapy and everyday practice in contemporary times. The last section shall draw conclusions by approaching the classical and modern interpretation of mindfulness meditation in an integrated manner to establish its utility and maximize the benefits.

Research paper thumbnail of Eco-warriors Bishnois for cultural tourism in Rajasthan

Research paper thumbnail of Historical Geography of Ancient India

Economic and Political Weekly, May 8, 2013

Research paper thumbnail of Locating Gender in Religion and Culture

Economic and Political Weekly, May 6, 2014

Volume 3 Issue 2 by Neekee Chaturvedi

Research paper thumbnail of MEDIATING ROLE OF PRINT MEDIA IN SHAPING AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION ABOUT KISAN SAMMAN NIDHI SCHEME: A STUDY ON FARMERS OF GORAKHPUR DISTRICT UTTAR PRADESH

Granthaalayah Publications and Printers, 2022

A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towards ... more A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towards the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme of the central government. The government's PM-Kisan program, also known as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme, offers financial support to small and marginal farmers. The government will give all eligible beneficiaries Rs. 6000 a year in three instalments under this scheme. The objective of the study is to gauge the level of awareness and perception of the farmers towards the scheme furthermore to assess the role of Print Media for the same. For this purpose, 80 beneficiaries of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme were taken as study respondents from Jangal Dhoosar and Jangle Rani Kuanri Suhas villages of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. The data reveals that all the respondents (n = 80) were aware of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. 68 respondents (85%) have the basic knowledge of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. However, about 10 of the respondents (12.5 %) were moderate and 2 of the respondents (2.5 %) were advanced in their level of knowledge about the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. According to the study findings, approximately (92.5 %) of respondents thought the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme was very good, while (5%) believed it was good and (2.5%) said it was average. This specifies that a positive perception has been built towards the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme.

Volume 4 Issue 1 by Neekee Chaturvedi

Research paper thumbnail of CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL IMPLICATION OF MUSEUM COLLECTION: REPRESENTATION OF REGIONS AND TRIBES IN THE NOSE RINGS OF AMRAPALI MUSEUM OF JAIPUR, INDIA

Granthaalyah Publication and Printers, 2023

Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons ... more Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons for wearing nose rings are varied which often takes ritualistic meanings. Some aboriginal tribes used bone or boar tusks to appear fiercer to their enemies. In tribal societies nose rings can assume amulet function to prevent evil spirits from entering the body. Nose is one of the most visible parts of the face. Nose ornaments greatly enhance and brighten the individual appearance. Therefore, a lot of attention and traditional significance has been attached to their designs. In India, the tradition of nose rings can be a rich source of cultural history of communities. The present study analyzes a few regional traditions pertaining to the practice of wearing nose rings. Nose rings have been selected to represent east, west, north, south, and central regions of India. The nose rings have been documented to highlight their historical and cultural significance and not just their decorative function. The focus of the study is to showcase unique illustrations through carefully selected nose ornaments worn in eight different states of India from the collection of the Amrapali Museum.

Research paper thumbnail of “Once upon a time, there was a freedom fighter called Amma.” Mothers and grandmothers of Rajputana and the Indian freedom movement

Women's Studies International Forum

The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian f... more The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian freedom struggle more difficult for women than in British India. This paper draws from an intimate recollection of variegated associations of the author’s great-grandmother, Kalavati Devi, with the movement to scrutinize the lack of recognition to women in the history of Indian freedom movement. The paper argues for an intertwined understanding of public participation and domestic roles of women in the light of their nationalist consciousness. The narrative of Kalavati documents her contribution to the nationalist cause beyond her public role to explore whether her role as a wife and a mother can be viewed as part of the nationalist movement. The paper also makes a case for using family memories, oral narratives, and non-formal sources to document political activism of women and bring attention to the domestic sphere in the history of the freedom movement.

Research paper thumbnail of “Once upon a time, there was a freedom fighter called Amma.” Mothers and grandmothers of Rajputana and the Indian freedom movement

Women's Studies International Forum, 2023

The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian f... more The stronghold of patriarchal and feudal restrictions in Rajputana made participation in Indian freedom struggle more difficult for women than in British India. This paper draws from an intimate recollection of variegated associations of the author’s great-grandmother, Kalavati Devi, with the movement to scrutinize the lack of recognition to women in the history of Indian freedom movement. The paper argues for an intertwined understanding of public participation and domestic roles of women in the light of their nationalist consciousness. The narrative of Kalavati documents her contribution to the nationalist cause beyond her public role to explore whether her role as a wife and a mother can be viewed as part of the nationalist movement. The paper also makes a case for using family memories, oral narratives, and non-formal sources to document political activism of women and bring attention to the domestic sphere in the history of the freedom movement.

Research paper thumbnail of Cultural and Historical Implication of Museum Collection: Representation of Regions and Tribes in the Nose Rings of Amrapali Museum of Jaipur, India

ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts

Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons ... more Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons for wearing nose rings are varied which often takes ritualistic meanings. Some aboriginal tribes used bone or boar tusks to appear fiercer to their enemies. In tribal societies nose rings can assume amulet function to prevent evil spirits from entering the body. Nose is one of the most visible parts of the face. Nose ornaments greatly enhance and brighten the individual appearance. Therefore, a lot of attention and traditional significance has been attached to their designs. In India, the tradition of nose rings can be a rich source of cultural history of communities. The present study analyzes a few regional traditions pertaining to the practice of wearing nose rings. Nose rings have been selected to represent east, west, north, south, and central regions of India. The nose rings have been documented to highlight their historical and cultural significance and not just their decorative f...

Research paper thumbnail of Chaturvedi, Neekee. 2022-23. History of Women in Indian National Movement and Role of Family Memories and Intimate Recollections. Jijnasa Vol XXX. pp. 84-93

Research paper thumbnail of CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL IMPLICATION OF MUSEUM COLLECTION: REPRESENTATION OF REGIONS AND TRIBES IN THE NOSE RINGS OF AMRAPALI MUSEUM OF JAIPUR, INDIA

ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 2023

Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons ... more Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons for wearing nose rings are varied which often takes ritualistic meanings. Some aboriginal tribes used bone or boar tusks to appear fiercer to their enemies. In tribal societies nose rings can assume amulet function to prevent evil spirits from entering the body. Nose is one of the most visible parts of the face. Nose ornaments greatly enhance and brighten the individual appearance. Therefore, a lot of attention and traditional significance has been attached to their designs. In India, the tradition of nose rings can be a rich source of cultural history of communities. The present study analyzes a few regional traditions pertaining to the practice of wearing nose rings. Nose rings have been selected to represent east, west, north, south, and central regions of India. The nose rings have been documented to highlight their historical and cultural significance and not just their decorative function. The focus of the study is to showcase unique illustrations through carefully selected nose ornaments worn in eight different states of India from the collection of the Amrapali Museum.

Research paper thumbnail of Complexities of Culture and Tensions in the Past

Research paper thumbnail of Mediating Role of Print Media in Shaping Awareness and Perception About Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme: A Study on Farmers of Gorakhpur District Uttar Pradesh

ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts

A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towa... more A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towards the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme of the central government. The government's PM-Kisan program, also known as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme, offers financial support to small and marginal farmers. The government will give all eligible beneficiaries Rs. 6000 a year in three instalments under this scheme. The objective of the study is to gauge the level of awareness and perception of the farmers towards the scheme furthermore to assess the role of Print Media for the same. For this purpose, 80 beneficiaries of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme were taken as study respondents from Jangal Dhoosar and Jangle Rani Kuanri Suhas villages of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. The data reveals that all the respondents (n = 80) were aware of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. 68 respondents (85%) have the basic knowledge of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. However, about 10 of the responde...

Research paper thumbnail of Indispensable for dispensation: The agency and experience of Buddhist nuns in the early history of the bhikkhunī saṅgha

Studies in Religion/Sciences Religieuses

The entry of women into Buddhist monasticism was permitted with great reluctance and a special se... more The entry of women into Buddhist monasticism was permitted with great reluctance and a special set of rules. Within the disciplinary framework of institutional subordination, Buddhist nuns created spaces that provided women with spiritual opportunities away from social and domestic ties. Although monks dominated both the Buddhist saṅgha and religious texts, the earliest nuns worked assiduously and creatively to strengthen their practice. This article explores early Buddhist texts to unravel gendered monastic experiences. The nuns could not have registered a vital presence in the history of Buddhism if they had remained passive members. Social relations before they joined the order, as well as the newly forged bonds within, played a significant role in their progress in comprehending and observing spiritual practices. When seen on their own terms, the position and contribution of nuns appear stronger and more agentive than has been usually assumed.

Research paper thumbnail of THE BUDDHIST ORDER OF NUNS:ORIGINATION IN STRUGGLE, STRUGGLING SINCE ORIGINATION

The Mahabodhi, 2022

New #publication #journal #article #buddhism Chaturvedi, Neekee, 'The Buddhist Order of Nuns: Or... more New #publication #journal #article #buddhism
Chaturvedi, Neekee, 'The Buddhist Order of Nuns: Originating in Struggle, Struggling Since Origination' in The Maha Bodhi, May 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Historical Analysis of Modern Rajasthan by M S Jain

Jijnasa, 2021

Presenting before you a glimpse of latest issue of the Department of History and Indian Culture, ... more Presenting before you a glimpse of latest issue of the Department of History and Indian Culture, University of Rajasthan's journal Jijnasa on the theme of Historians and Historiography of Rajasthan. The issue is dedicated to Prof M S Jain, a scholar of modern Indian history whose national history expertise enriched regional history writing immensely. Sharing my article on his contribution to #history of #modern #rajasthan from the #journal. M S Jain was a stellar teacher and a fearless scholar. His critique of romantic notions of Rajputs, found in Rajathan through the Ages and ruthless analysis of British policies through quantitative evidence in Surplus to Subsistence still remain seminal contributions to #historyofrajasthan as well as #historyofindia .
#publication #journal #researchpaper #article

Research paper thumbnail of Historian of Cultural Memory of the Desert Folklorist Komal Kothari

Jijnasa, 2021

Komal Kothari is remembered as a walking encyclopedia of culture of Western Rajasthan. My paper H... more Komal Kothari is remembered as a walking encyclopedia of culture of Western Rajasthan. My paper Historian of the Cultural memory of the Desert attempts to analyze his contribution to history of Rajasthan along some broad inquiries. Can #folklore be regarded as #history ? How does the folk imagine the #region of #Rajasthan? Do folk narratives offer differing perspectives on social dynamics? How does the folk material connect with ecology of Rajasthan? How to use material #culture of the folk in history? I have explored Kothari’s work as a #folklorist to explore how he has addressed these themes.
Chaturvedi, Neekee, 'Historian of Cultural Memory of the Desert: Folklorist Komal Kothari'. In Jijnasa, Vol. XXIX, 2021-2022, pp. 47-63
#publication #journal #researchpaper #article

Research paper thumbnail of Historical Geography of Ancient India

The Geopolitical Orbits of Ancient India: The Geographical Frames of the Ancient Indian Dynasties... more The Geopolitical Orbits of Ancient India: The Geographical Frames of the Ancient Indian Dynasties by Dilip K Chakrabarti (New Delhi: Oxford University Press), 2010; pp 198, Rs 650.

Research paper thumbnail of Love, loss, and longing in Kashmir

Asian Ethnicity

Kashmir, the name conjures up an image of idyllic landscape, valleys of flowers, majestic chinars... more Kashmir, the name conjures up an image of idyllic landscape, valleys of flowers, majestic chinars, 1 and lyrical ripples of Jhelum. Or it brings to mind the conflict, militancy, slogans of azadi, 2...

Research paper thumbnail of Subordination, Repression and Coping Strategies in the Jātaka Tales

The Jātakas are a valuable resource for reconstructing social history. Even though the stories ar... more The Jātakas are a valuable resource for reconstructing social history. Even though the stories are largely intended to be moral parables, they are replete with historical details. With a broadly Buddhist orientation, they draw freely from the existing folklore. The many tales incidentally reveal various aspects of everyday lives of ordinary people. They also touch upon aspects of their relations with the elite, the repression that they had to suffer and the strategies they devised to cope with a society marked by deep differences based on caste, class and gender. These forms of repression manifested themselves through the social hierarchy of caste, the class differences between masters and slaves, and the patriarchal overtone in gender roles. The various forms of subordination, aggravated by oppressive factors of political power, patriarchal mindset and vulnerability of groups like the aged, form the focus of this study.

Research paper thumbnail of Buddhist Mindfulness Meditation: Spiritual Sustenance and Psychological Well-being

This paper is an attempt to describe the religio-spiritual and psycho-secular contexts of mindful... more This paper is an attempt to describe the religio-spiritual and psycho-secular contexts of mindfulness meditation. The purpose of the description and analysis shall be to enhance the understanding and efficacy of mindfulness meditation. The first part dealing with mindfulness as a tool for spiritual sustenance shall draw from the corpus of Buddhist scriptures. The Pāli texts chart out the methodology for mindfulness meditation. The scriptural descriptions pertaining to mindfulness are a part of core teachings of Buddhism. One has to begin with a comprehension of the aṭṭhāṅgikamagga that enunciates right mindfulness. After an exposition of the classical interpretation, the paper shall briefly sketch its role in clinical psychotherapy and everyday practice in contemporary times. The last section shall draw conclusions by approaching the classical and modern interpretation of mindfulness meditation in an integrated manner to establish its utility and maximize the benefits.

Research paper thumbnail of Eco-warriors Bishnois for cultural tourism in Rajasthan

Research paper thumbnail of Historical Geography of Ancient India

Economic and Political Weekly, May 8, 2013

Research paper thumbnail of Locating Gender in Religion and Culture

Economic and Political Weekly, May 6, 2014

Research paper thumbnail of MEDIATING ROLE OF PRINT MEDIA IN SHAPING AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION ABOUT KISAN SAMMAN NIDHI SCHEME: A STUDY ON FARMERS OF GORAKHPUR DISTRICT UTTAR PRADESH

Granthaalayah Publications and Printers, 2022

A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towards ... more A quantitative study was carried out to identify farmers' awareness level and perception towards the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme of the central government. The government's PM-Kisan program, also known as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme, offers financial support to small and marginal farmers. The government will give all eligible beneficiaries Rs. 6000 a year in three instalments under this scheme. The objective of the study is to gauge the level of awareness and perception of the farmers towards the scheme furthermore to assess the role of Print Media for the same. For this purpose, 80 beneficiaries of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme were taken as study respondents from Jangal Dhoosar and Jangle Rani Kuanri Suhas villages of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. The data reveals that all the respondents (n = 80) were aware of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. 68 respondents (85%) have the basic knowledge of the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. However, about 10 of the respondents (12.5 %) were moderate and 2 of the respondents (2.5 %) were advanced in their level of knowledge about the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. According to the study findings, approximately (92.5 %) of respondents thought the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme was very good, while (5%) believed it was good and (2.5%) said it was average. This specifies that a positive perception has been built towards the Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme.

Research paper thumbnail of CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL IMPLICATION OF MUSEUM COLLECTION: REPRESENTATION OF REGIONS AND TRIBES IN THE NOSE RINGS OF AMRAPALI MUSEUM OF JAIPUR, INDIA

Granthaalyah Publication and Printers, 2023

Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons ... more Nose rings have through the ages been worn not just in India but all over the world. The reasons for wearing nose rings are varied which often takes ritualistic meanings. Some aboriginal tribes used bone or boar tusks to appear fiercer to their enemies. In tribal societies nose rings can assume amulet function to prevent evil spirits from entering the body. Nose is one of the most visible parts of the face. Nose ornaments greatly enhance and brighten the individual appearance. Therefore, a lot of attention and traditional significance has been attached to their designs. In India, the tradition of nose rings can be a rich source of cultural history of communities. The present study analyzes a few regional traditions pertaining to the practice of wearing nose rings. Nose rings have been selected to represent east, west, north, south, and central regions of India. The nose rings have been documented to highlight their historical and cultural significance and not just their decorative function. The focus of the study is to showcase unique illustrations through carefully selected nose ornaments worn in eight different states of India from the collection of the Amrapali Museum.