PPT: Our Heritage | Social Studies for Class 5 PDF Download

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Our Heritage
Our Heritage
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Our Heritage
Our Heritage
India boasts a diverse heritage, encompassing distinctive art,
architecture, philosophy, classical music, dances, and more. The
country's rich tapestry includes a wide array of flora, iconic
landmarks like the Taj Mahal, the sacred 
Ganges River, the vast Thar desert, the 
towering Himalayas, and a diverse 
wildlife featuring snakes, peacocks, 
the Royal Bengal Tiger, lions, and more.
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
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Our Heritage
Our Heritage
India boasts a diverse heritage, encompassing distinctive art,
architecture, philosophy, classical music, dances, and more. The
country's rich tapestry includes a wide array of flora, iconic
landmarks like the Taj Mahal, the sacred 
Ganges River, the vast Thar desert, the 
towering Himalayas, and a diverse 
wildlife featuring snakes, peacocks, 
the Royal Bengal Tiger, lions, and more.
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
India's grand history and cultural legacy, including traditional
dances, sculptures, languages, festivals, and customs, differentiate
it from other nations. The vibrancy and significance of these
cultural elements make Indian heritage truly unique.
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Our Heritage
Our Heritage
India boasts a diverse heritage, encompassing distinctive art,
architecture, philosophy, classical music, dances, and more. The
country's rich tapestry includes a wide array of flora, iconic
landmarks like the Taj Mahal, the sacred 
Ganges River, the vast Thar desert, the 
towering Himalayas, and a diverse 
wildlife featuring snakes, peacocks, 
the Royal Bengal Tiger, lions, and more.
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
India's grand history and cultural legacy, including traditional
dances, sculptures, languages, festivals, and customs, differentiate
it from other nations. The vibrancy and significance of these
cultural elements make Indian heritage truly unique.
India boasts a vibrant cultural heritage in art and
architecture, showcased through its many stunning
temples and monuments. Landmarks such as the
Ajanta and Ellora caves in Maharashtra, Khajuraho
temples in Madhya Pradesh, Konark temple in Puri,
Sanchi and Sarnath stupas, Mahabalipuram's Shore
temple in Tamil Nadu, and Agra's iconic Taj Mahal all
stand as testaments to India's diverse and rich
architectural legacy.
ARCHITECTURE OF INDIA
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Our Heritage
Our Heritage
India boasts a diverse heritage, encompassing distinctive art,
architecture, philosophy, classical music, dances, and more. The
country's rich tapestry includes a wide array of flora, iconic
landmarks like the Taj Mahal, the sacred 
Ganges River, the vast Thar desert, the 
towering Himalayas, and a diverse 
wildlife featuring snakes, peacocks, 
the Royal Bengal Tiger, lions, and more.
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
India's grand history and cultural legacy, including traditional
dances, sculptures, languages, festivals, and customs, differentiate
it from other nations. The vibrancy and significance of these
cultural elements make Indian heritage truly unique.
India boasts a vibrant cultural heritage in art and
architecture, showcased through its many stunning
temples and monuments. Landmarks such as the
Ajanta and Ellora caves in Maharashtra, Khajuraho
temples in Madhya Pradesh, Konark temple in Puri,
Sanchi and Sarnath stupas, Mahabalipuram's Shore
temple in Tamil Nadu, and Agra's iconic Taj Mahal all
stand as testaments to India's diverse and rich
architectural legacy.
ARCHITECTURE OF INDIA
P A I N T I N G
P A I N T I N G
Artworks play a significant role in our cultural heritage. Early civilizations
created cave paintings. The Ajanta paintings in Maharashtra portray the life of
Buddha. Mughal dynasty artworks were intricate and often narrated stories.
Mughal emperors would commission painters to embellish 
their palaces and temples. Various famous painting 
styles include Tanjore paintings from Tamil Nadu, 
Madhubani paintings from Bihar, Kalamkari paintings 
from Andhra Pradesh, and Pithoro paintings from 
Gujarat.