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Ganesha's iconography can be read as more than just religious symbolism. Check out the latest video that explores the concepts behind his form and connects them with Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
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Why so many countries have Rupee as currency, and why so many countries once had Rupee as currency?
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The Mitanni Aryans and the Iranians
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2 Food 1 Story: American Chopsuey
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2 Food 1 Story: Samosa and Puff
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The blanks in the Aryan Migration Theory
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Why Horror rarely work, and why Obsession worked
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Find out about all archeological sites in India in perspective
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Evolution of Mughal look in India
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When they say India invented zero, what do they really mean? Here's the full story. #History https://t.co/NtoWL7kJE9

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Rashtra Vs Nation
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In symbolic interpretation, Sham refers to the Sun, while Shir/Sher refers to the Lion. The Sun element has roots in ancient Mesopotamian & Iranian traditions, influenced by the Babylonian sun god Shamash. In Iran, it appears as Khorshid, the radiant sun.

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The Lion and Sun symbol is becoming prominent on social media. It has been a symbol of Iranian & Persian culture, with influence far beyond Iran. Known as Shir-o-Khorshid (Lion and Sun), it was the emblem of Iran under various Iranian dynasties. #LionAndSun

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It was used as an emblem across Persianised world including Mughal Empire. The word Shamshir refers to a Persian sword with a radical curve. It also appears as a personal name and in martial culture, especially as Shamsher among South Asian aristocrats and warriors. #Shamsher

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Wow, I thought I would disagree with some of it, but it clearly makes a good argument using evidence. I couldn't disagree with anything. Really interesting.

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Sorry, Mahabali Wasn’t a Malayali: The Real Origins of Onam

Having spent my formative years in Kerala, there were two festivals that were always close to my heart: #Onam and Vishu.

While Vishu marks the astrological new year, Onam is a much bigger celebration across the state. I grew up arranging floral carpets (pookkalam) during Onam, and we were taught that these flowers were meant to welcome Mahabali, the legendary “king of Kerala.” As a child, I remember having many questions about the legend of Mahabali..

Onam and the legend of Mahabali

For the benefit of non-Keralites, let me narrate the story behind Onam, that every Keralite learns even in schools.

According to legend, King Mahabali ruled over Kerala once upon a time. He was a wise and just ruler who loved his people so much that his reign was called a golden age.

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Explore the geography of the Ramayana through Detailed Maps! Where exactly were Ayodhya, Lanka, Kishkindha, Panchavati & Dandakaranya? This video traces the ancient geography of the Ramayana visualized through map. https://t.co/HxxZG78AAi

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Foreign Food that Evolved in India:
Samosa – Originated as sambusak in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Vindaloo – A Portuguese dish (vinha d'alhos, meaning wine and garlic),
Kebab – Brought to India by Turks and Persians
Jalebi – Came from the Persian zalabiya
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Ever wondered why a pawn becomes a queen in chess & not a minister or advisor like in ancient times?
In early Indian chess, the powerful piece was the Minister. As the game traveled, it became Domina in Latin Europe, & finally evolved into the Queen.
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