Asom of India: Past and Present

India, this land of ours, is an independent, sovereign, democratic nation and there could be no two opinions about that. All the said aspects of this identity carry specific meanings. A distinct geographical boundary and a national culture give this identity a speciality. But, yet, this identity was jolted in the course of the last century.

The Fading Practice

Mosaic is a word often used for the Indian culture, analogues, a few puzzle pieces towards making a picture. It is however, perspective that sets a clear notion in our mind that it is always “One” picture with no missing puzzle pieces.

Drifting into Obscurity

Preserving and promoting the ancient traditions of various communities, while continually emphasizing the significance of safeguarding one's customs and heritage to the younger generation, has been the mission of The Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture since its establishment. In line with this goal, the subject I am presenting here focuses on the material culture of one community, which is an integral part of their age old identity.  The creation of pottery, a form of material culture within a community, dates back to the dawn of human civilization.