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Mango is popularly known as the “King of fruits”. Mango is known as Amra in Sanskrit,

Spices are an important part of agricultural commodities. Some are used in perfumery, beverages, pharmaceutical

The Ellora Caves known to the locals as Verul or Elura can be seen on the Aurangabad-Chalisgaon road situated about 30 km north-west

The word ‘Myth’ is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Mithaka’, while ‘Akhyana’ means ‘Ancient Story’, ‘Legend’ or ‘Myth’.

Gujarat derives its name from Gujaratta, meaning the land of the Gurjars. It is located on the western part of the Indian subcontinent and has an international boundary with Pakistan. The state of Gujarat is rich in culture, history and crafts.

Bihar has a rich history and in ancient times it was a great religious centre for Hindus, Jains and Buddhists.

The illustration and transcription of religious manuscripts by tribes like Likhaks, Patuas and Khanikars gradually evolved into the Assam school of painting. The Assam School of painting was divided into Sattriya and Royal styles.

A form of painting unique to the Santhal region of India, the Jadupatuas are painted on scrolls depicting themes from the life of lord Krishna, the story of creation as narrated in the Santhal tradition, their dance and music and sometimes fearful images of death and life after death.