Indian literature

"Indian literature is generally acknowledged, but not wholly established, as the oldest in the world. India has 22 officially recognized languages, and a huge variety of literature has been produced in these languages over the years. In Indian literature, oral and written forms are both important. Hindu literary traditions dominate a large part of Indian culture. Apart from the Vedas which are a sacred form of knowledge, there are other works such as the Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, treatises such as Vaastu Shastra in architecture and town planning, and Arthashastra in political science. Devotional Hindu drama, poetry and songs span the subcontinent. Muslim literary traditions also dominate a large part of Indian culture. In the medieval period, during which time India was mostly under Muslim rule, Indian Muslim literature flourished."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_literature

Environmental Issues

There are a lot of issues in India. For example, Air Pollution, Energy Consumption, Carbon Emissions Energy and Environmental Outlook.

Official language

"One of the main political issues in Indian politics is connected to language problem. After India’s independence the government decided that the official language of India will be Hindi. Hindi belongs to the family of Aryan languages. Speakers of other languages, especially the Dravidian languages, saw in this decision an attempt to erase their language cultures (see also Aryans and Dravidians). But the Indian constitution has declared that English can also be used for official purposes. Hindi has at least 13 different dialects and she is the most commonly spoken language in India. But the reason Hindi was chosen to be the official language of India wasn’t because it is the most commonly spoken language in India, but it has connection with India history before it’s independence."
http://adaniel.tripod.com/Languages2.htm

Official language

"One of the main political issues in Indian politics is connected to language problem. After India’s independence the government decided that the official language of India will be Hindi. Hindi belongs to the family of Aryan languages. Speakers of other languages, especially the Dravidian languages, saw in this decision an attempt to erase their language cultures (see also Aryans and Dravidians). But the Indian constitution has declared that English can also be used for official purposes. Hindi has at least 13 different dialects and she is the most commonly spoken language in India. But the reason Hindi was chosen to be the official language of India wasn’t because it is the most commonly spoken language in India, but it has connection with India history before it’s independence."
http://adaniel.tripod.com/Languages2.htm

English in India

"Officially English has a status of assistant language, but in fact it is the most important language of India. After Hindi it is the most commonly spoken language in India and probably the most read and written language in India. Indians who know English will always try to show that they know English. English symbolizes in Indians minds, better education, better culture and higher intellect. Indians who know English often mingle it with Indian languages in their conversations. It is also usual among Indians to abruptly move to speak fluent English in the middle of their conversations. English also serves as the communicator among Indians who speak different language. English is very important in some systems – legal, financial, educational, business – in India. Until the beginning of 1990s, foreign movies in India weren’t translated or dubbed in Indian languages, but were broadcast in English and were meant for English speakers only. The reason Indians give such importance to English is related to the fact that India was a British colony (see Europeans in India)."
http://adaniel.tripod.com/Languages3.htm

information on INDIA

"India is a grand country. It is the seventh largest country in the world and the second most populated country in the world. Many see India as a sub-continent rather than a country. There exist in different parts of India, different cultures, languages, manners as well as different historical backgrounds and influences of the same historical events. The official name for the country is Republic of India. The Indians call their country INDIA. There are also two other names for India less known outside India; BHARAT and HINDUSTAN. "
http://adaniel.tripod.com/india.htm

India friend

I met a India student, Bhutan student and Pakistan student who are in the Kumamoto University in the Japanese education class today. He came to Kumamoto in the beginning of April. He can speak five languages, except Japanese....!　When I talked to him I found that American English and India English are totally different! I couldn't understand what he said. But I was interested in how India people speak English!

Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum

"The Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum is located in New Delhi at 1 Safdarjung Road in the home where she lived. The house stands in a lovely garden with mature trees and flowering plants. It contains a collection of photographs documenting her life from her childhood to her days as prime minister. In addition, a number of rooms have been dedicated to her son Rajiv Gandhi who was assassinated in May 1991. Her library and living room have been maintained just as she kept them. These rooms are not open to the public. However, they can be viewed through the windows from the gardens."

http://www.judypat.com/india/indira.htm

HISTORICAL SITES

A group of Indian tourists peer into the screened rooms of the Pleasure Palace in Deeg.

http://www.judypat.com/india/history.htm

Religion in India

"・Hinduism is the largest major religion in India. Approximately 80% of the population practices various forms of Hinduism.

・The Mughals brought Islam with them when they invaded India in the 12th century. Today, Islam is practiced by about 14% of the population.

・2.4% of the population are Christians (mostly found on the southwest coastal areas and in the northeast)

・2% are Sikhs (found principally in the Punjab, although many migrated to Delhi after partition)

・0.7% are Buddhists (found mainly in the Himalayan areas) "
http://www.judypat.com/india/temple.htm

style

I want to wear sari. There is no style like that in Japan, so I want to try!! It's like chogori. It's Korean style. I'm going to look into why do they wear them.

Traditional style of India

Sari

"Sari, the traditional garment worn by the Indian women, is a long piece of cloth measuring 4 to 8 meters, which is draped around the entire body to give a look of a single garment. Sari is one garment which could be draped in 17 different ways and just makes a woman look beautiful. It is also said that a sari can make a voluptuous woman look slim and a slim woman look curvy. "

http://voiceofindia.in/artdisplay.php?art_id=20061004632&art_aid=632&setlang=en

Capital

New Delhi
New Delhi is a capital of India.
"New Delhi, the capital of one of the most powerful developing nations, is getting stretched from all sides as the population is increasing at a rapid pace. One can find all types and kinds of people in Delhi. The high rise buildings and the wide tree lined avenues of Lyuten's Delhi in one part and slums on the other, is ample proof of how both the rich and the poor have made Delhi their home. People of all castes, creed, religion and regions are found here in Delhi. "
http://www.thisismyindia.com/about_delhi/index.html

Indian Money

Currency Exchange
　
"インドの通貨はルピーです。
【為替レート】 10,000円＝3,898Rs　100＄＝4,519Rs　 2005.11.
補助通貨 コイン　 10, 25, 50 paise, 1, 2, 5 rupees 紙幣 Rs 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 ,1000　六種類 すべてマハトマ・ガンジーの肖像画です。 100ルピーと500ルピーの色合いがよく似ているので注意しょう。"


"The Indian rupee is available in denominations of Re1, Rs2, Rs5, Rs10, Rs20,
Rs50, Rs100, Rs500 and Rs 1000. One rupee is split into a hundred paise, available in denominations of 10p, 25p and 50p. There are coins for Re1, Rs2 and Rs5."
http://www.journeymart.com/DExplorer/AsiaIS/India/default.asp?SubLink=DExplorer%2FAsiaIS%2FIndia%2FviMoney_Inc.htm

Indian Fairs & Festivals

"India is a rich land which has attracted invaders from Central Europe and Asia who left their imprint on this land, its religions and its lifestyles over 40 centuries. The Greeks , under Al-exander the great, travelled as far down as the lower Indus River which they mis pronounced as the "Hindu River" Consequently, all the various in vaders, with their conflicting faiths, who inhabited the land of the Indus River were called Hindus and their land, Hindustan. It was shortened to "HIND", then "IND" and finally INDIA.

Festivals in India are determined by the Solar & Lunar positions & they may fall in a different month as specified here. Kindly contact our members for exact date/ month of festivals/ fairs in India. "

http://www.theindiancenter.com/fairs-festivals.html

Food 2

Food

"India offers you a wide range of Food Choices. India offers you a large number of vegetarian & non-vegetarian meals. Larger & Medium cities offer a wide range of eatables, whereas in smaller cities you are left with a very few choices.

In Large & Medium Cities, you can find all kind of Indian as well as Western choices. In smaller cities, the western food may not be very good & upto your expectations & is always advisable to stick to the basic Indian Food in such cases.

Vegetarian Food is quite common in India & usually comprises Rice, Bread, Dhal (Pulses), Vegetables, Curd, Pickle & other add ons. So many times it also include some sweets.

Non- vegetarian Indian Food is also very much popular & is easy to get even in smaller cities. However, it is advisable to ckeck the cleanliness of preparation. "
http://www.theindiancenter.com/food-drinks.html

Drink of India

Drinks:Non- Alcoholic

"Drinks:Tea & Coffee: It is one of the favourites of Indians across the country. Be it Railway Station, Airports, Small Restaurants, you will always find people having Tea & Coffee. Tea is relatively more popular in North whereas Coffee is more popular in South.

Water: Water is safe & clorinated in large cities but it is always suggest to carry one bottle of mineral water with yourself. Mineral Water is normally safe to drink & is easily available throughout India.

Soft Drinks: There are also good number of options for Soft Drinks in India. Majors like Coke & Pepsi offer various brands & tastes.

Juices & Other Drinks: Popular juices like Apple & Orange juices are easily availble & a safe alternate to normal water. Coconut Milk is also a popular drink in India. "

Alcoholic Drinks

Alcohol is normally expensive in India. Indian Beers are also very popular as alcoholic drinks and normally being sold for Rs. 25 to 160 depending upon the Restaurant & its facilities.Indian imitation of popular brands are also available but it is advisable to stick to your brand.

http://www.theindiancenter.com/food-drinks.html

North India - Delhi

"The Union Territory of Delhi is a federal district similar to Washington DC. The capital of India and its' third-largest city, Delhi blends an historic past and a vibrant present. In addition to being the centre of government, Delhi is a major travel gateway. It is the second most widely used entry point into the country, the hub of the north Indian travel network, and a stop on the overland route across Asia.
Present day Delhi is built around the ruins of seven ancient cities. Legend has it that Delhi, then called Indraprastha, was originally founded around 1200 B.C. by the Pandavas, the august heroes of the epic Mahabharata. Old Delhi was the capital of Muslim India between the 17th and 19th centuries, and here you will find many mosques, monuments and forts relating to India's Muslim history. The Imperial city planned for the British by Lutyens is set in parks and shaded avenues. It is a spacious, open city and contains many embassies and government buildings."
http://www.indiaforvisitors.com/states/delhi.htm

India Arts

"The story of Indian art is also the story of the oldest and the most resilient culture on earth. It is seen as an amalgamation of indigenous and outside influences, yet having a unique character and distinctiveness of its own.
Indian art is also an art of social, political and religious influences. It changed and evolved with the evolution of a civilization which was full of remarkable innovations in all areas of artistic expression.
Indian art features spirals and curved lines, vines and tendrils, round-figured goddesses, circular amulets, colored gemstones, arches and domes, haloed deities, crescent moons, and the globe of the sun. Indian sculptures and paintings depict the diversity, colour and spontaneity of this country and are representations of the all-encompassing nature of Indian culture. "
http://www.indiaforvisitors.com/culture/arts.htm

How many people in India?

"India is a big country in Asia. It has more than one billion (1,000,000,000) people -- more than any other country in the world, except China."

Emblem of India.

"The National Emblem of India is derived from the time of the Emperor Ashoka. The emblem is a replica of the Lion of Sarnath, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. The Lion Capital was erected in the third century BC by Emperor Ashoka to mark the spot where Buddha first proclaimed his gospel of peace and emanicipation to the four quarters of the universe. The national emblem is thus symbolic of contemporary India’s reaffirmation of it’s ancient commitment to world peace and goodwill. The four lions(one hidden from view ) – symbolising power, courage and confidence- rest on a circular abacus. The abacus is girded by four smaller animals- Guardians of the four directions: The Lion of the North, The Elephant of the East, The Horse of the South and The Bull of the West . The abacus rests on a lotus in full bloom, exemplifying the fountainhead of life and creative inspiration."

http://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Emblem_of_India.svg

The flag of India

"The Indian flag was designed as a symbol of freedom. The late Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru called it "a flag not only of freedom for ourselves, but a symbol of freedom to all people." The flag, as you can see, is a horizontal tricolor in equal proportion of deep saffron on the top, white in the middle and dark green at the bottom. The ratio of the width to the length of the flag is 2:3. At the center of the white band, is a wheel in navy blue color that indicates the Dharma Chakra (the wheel of law), in the Sarnath Lion Capital. "

http://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/india/national-flag.htm

India

I decided to write about India. How many people are there, how religoin do they have, and about costom, food, building, system, and so on.

What language India people speak?

"English is widely spoken in India. There are many other official languages like Hindi, Tamil, Marati, Orray, Telogo, Ordo, Kanada, Malailam, Begali, Kashmiri, Pangabi, etc. There are around 300 dialects and tribal languages."

http://www.itisnet.com/english/e-memory/nitzan/nitzan.htm

Welcome Party

I had a Welcome Party at the dorm today. I went there a little earlier then I prepare the special dinner. There were a lot of people there and many dishes. It was great!! There were Korean food, Chinese food, and American food and so on. I think I tried all of them. After that we took pictures and talked with seniors and the exchange students till 12 a.m. I had a really good time.

What I'm interested in.

I like the place where has a beautiful sea and special custom. But to tell the truth I don’t decide that which country and language I’m going to write about. Also I’m interested in traditional buildings.

SUPER SENIOR

I'm so glad to see Ms. seaun. I'm really proud of her. We always tell me about her experience, how to study, job hunting and study abroad. She makes me take matters seriously. Sometimes we study together. It's really good for me to learn many things.

Freshman Camp

I had the Freshman Camp in April 14th to 15th. It's good chance for the freshman to make friends and to talk with the exchange students and seniors through live together. I was glad to hear that everybody had a great time!!