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Itihas Divakar

April 2016

April 2016Edited by Dr. Vidya Chand ThakurVol. 6, Issue 1
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This is the April 2016 issue of 'Itihas Divakar,' a quarterly research journal. It primarily features articles on the Indian New Year (Navsamvatsar) and its associated traditions, such as Chaitra Sankranti, the significance of the barley crop in Himachal Pradesh, and Dholru singing. Other topics discussed include the scientific nature of ancient Indian time calculation, cultural values, an introduction to the creator of the 'Om Jai Jagdish Hare' aarti, and historical contexts in the folk tales of Rajasthan. This issue presents an analytical collection on Indian history, culture, and folk traditions.

Key Highlights

  • 01A detailed description of the unique cultural traditions of Himachal Pradesh upon the arrival of the Indian New Year (Navsamvatsar) and the month of Chaitra, such as the significance of the barley crop and Dholru singing.
  • 02An in-depth analysis by Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi on the scientific nature and modern relevance of the ancient Indian time calculation system, discussing the subtle and grand concepts of 'Kala' (Time).
  • 03An informative article on the life and social reform work of Pandit Shradharam Phillauri, the creator of the famous aarti 'Om Jai Jagdish Hare'.
  • 04Highlighting various aspects of history through the folk tales of Rajasthan, demonstrating how folklore preserves cultural and historical knowledge.

Contributors

Patron
Dr. Shivaji Singh
Chetram
Irvin Khanna
Editor
Dr. Vidya Chand Thakur
Co-Editor / Author
Chetram Garg
Editorial Support
Dr. Ramesh Sharma
Dr. Om Prakash Sharma
Typesetting and Layout
Ravi Thakur
Author
Dr. Surat Thakur
TobadanMiyambehad, Dhalpur, District Kullu
Chanchal KumarVillage & P.O. Saraul, District Chamba
Dr. Murli Manohar JoshiFormer Union Minister, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India
Madhav Govind Vaidya
Pro R. K. ParasharFormer Vice Principal, Jalandhar
Uma Shankar JoshiArchitect, Chirawa, Rajasthan

Topics

  • Chronology
  • Folk Tradition
  • Himachal Pradesh
  • History
  • Indian Culture
  • New Year
  • Religion

About the Journal

Itihas Divakar (The Lamp of History) is our flagship quarterly research journal dedicated to illuminating the rich tapestry of Indian history. Each issue contains scholarly articles, research papers, and analyses based on authentic sources in Hindi, Sanskrit, and other Indian languages.

The journal serves as a platform for researchers and scholars to present their findings on various aspects of Indian history, culture, and civilization, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of India's glorious heritage.

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