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State Museum Hotwar, Ranchi — A Cultural Journey Through Jharkhand’s Heritage A travel reflection on history, art, and identity Entering the World of Jharkhand’s Heritage On a quiet morning in Ranchi, I stepped out of the auto at Hotwar, walking toward a monumental structure that promised a gateway into centuries of cultural memory.  Bhagwan Birsa Munda  This was the State Museum of Jharkhand, a thoughtfully curated archive of tribal roots, artistic traditions, and archaeological stories. The calm surroundings almost prepared me for the depth of what I was about to witness. A Short History: How the Museum Came to Be The State Museum was originally located at Morabadi under the Tribal Research Institute in 1974. As Jharkhand grew in its independent identity, a larger cultural institution was planned. The current museum at Hotwar was inaugurated on September 10, 2009, by the Vice...

The Mithila region, located primarily in the northern part of Bihar (India) and the eastern Terai of Nepal, is a land rich in heritage, traditions, and intellectual legacy. Known for its vibrant culture, deep-rooted traditions, and scholarly past, Mithila has been an important cultural and political centre for thousands of years. Its history traces back to the Vedic age, and its identity continues to thrive in modern times. Janakpur  Mithila in the Vedic Age The earliest references to Mithila are found in the Satapatha Brāhmaṇa , a key text of the Yajur Veda, which describes the region as the kingdom of Videha . This kingdom was ruled by legendary kings such as Janaka , who became immortal in Indian tradition for his wisdom and philosophical depth. Philosophy and Spirituality King Janaka is remembered as the father of Sita (from the Ramayana) and as a philosopher-king who engaged in deep discussions with sages like Yajnavalkya. The court of Janaka was a hub of Vedic scholarshi...