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India is a land of cultural diversity. Every mile, you will find a change in the language, food, clothing, and people’s lifestyles. So much colorfulness and the spirit of enthusiasm is infused in the traditions across 28 countries and 8 Union Territories that are not seen in any other culture in this world. Indian culture is full of many customs and traditions which are deeply rooted in ancient literature and scriptures. Each custom is associated with a certain significance in the life of an individual. Out of so many of these, we are here to mention 10 customs and traditions which are the essence and make India special in the eyes of all.

The beauty of the earth bathed certainly caught the attention of the early Indian artists and writers. From the poetry that inspired Saawan’s depiction in Baramasa paintings to the art of Ragamala where the rainy-season melody of Raga Megha is beautifully painted, from the rain-drenched lanes of Vrindavan where Radha-Krishna perform their Lilas to the fearlessness of Abhisarika Nayika, young heroine who walks through the dark forest during a rain storm in night, every corner of Indian art world is enriched with refreshing touch of rain. So pick up your cup of tea and coffee and come with us on an exploration of rain in Indian paintings.

The article emphasizes the social and ceremonial roles Bandhani plays, especially in traditional clothing for weddings and festivals. Additionally, it touches on the contemporary revival of Bandhani, with modern designers incorporating this age-old art into new fashion trends. Overall, it celebrates Bandhani as a rich heritage craft that continues to thrive. This craft is one of the oldest in the world for making coloured designs on a fabric. The technique involves dyeing a fabric which is tied tightly with a thread at several points in various colors, thus producing a variety of patterns like Bandhni, Lehriya, Mothda, Ekdali and Shikari depending on the manner in which the cloth is tied. There is a magical quality about Bandhini: vibrant colours, arresting combinations, dramatic swirls and twirl – “Bandhini” derives its name from the Hindi word Bandhan which means ties, relation and therefore tying up. It is an antique art generally practiced mainly in Western India. Bandhani is being sold all over India and the demand has increased over the past few decades. Sales go up during the festive and wedding seasons in India. Majority of the market is domestic. If talking in terms of International demand, Safas and turbans of various kinds are more popular.