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Heritage Management Plan of Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka (Madhya Pradesh) with special reference to Disaster Risk Management

Kumar, V. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

The world famous site of Bhimbetka lies about 45 km south east of Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh, India and is spread with an aerial span of more than 8 km. Scholars have enumerated more than 700 rock shelters in these clusters ...
The Ethical Value of Great Chronicle (Mahāvṃsa), the Prime, Heritable and Historical Record of Asians

Sugunaseela Thero, Yakkaduwe; Dhammissara Thero, Niwandama (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

The Mahāvaṃsa, the foremost chronicle of Sri Lanka or the Great Dynasty of Ceylon, elaborates the lineage of rulers from the arrival of Vijaya in 543 BCE to the reign of King Mahāsena (334–361) (6th Century B.C. to 4th ...
GOD SAMAN - the earliest convert to Buddhism

Perera, S. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka when it was it was losing ground in India. The very first vision of Lord Buddha in Sri Lanka was at Mahiyanganaya. Saman Rala, the veddha chief accepted Buddhism and attained the ...
Rituals followed by “Newaras” of Kathmandy Valley

Malla, M. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

The “Newaras” are the indigenous people and the creators of the historical civilization of Nepal’s Kathmandu Valley. The Valley and surrounding territory have been known from ancient times as Nepal Mandala. “Newars” have ...
Deconstituted Heritage: The (Un)making of a ‘Buddhist’ Heritage Site in Central India

Simte, L.L. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

The ultimate aim of heritage conservation one could assert is not to conserve cultural materials for its own sake but, rather, to maintain (and shape) the values embodied by them — with physical intervention or treatment ...
Yantras of Shankara and their influence on Indian Tantric Artists Wwith reference to G.R. Santosh and K.V. Haridasan

Chavan, S.M. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Yantra, defined as a ‘mystic energy diagram’, is a simple composition of lines, triangles, squares, circles, lotus petals, a trident and with a dot of seed syllable in the centre. Amongst the numerous thinker saints of ...
Ancient Religious and Astronomical Symbols – A Reappraisal

Srivastav, O.P. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Symbols have the pivotal role in any society or any culture of mankind. You cannot think of a society without any symbols. Symbols are used to relate a tangible object with an intangible concept. Symbols give meaning to ...
Numismatic References on the Ancient Epigraphic Records (A Special Reference to Bihar)

Dwivedi, A. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Ancient epigraphic records of Bihar are one of the major sources of the study of ancient scenario of the state. In this aspect, the study of numismatic references to the epigraphic records is highly recommendable. The ...
Demonstration Effect in Sri Lankan Tourist Destination

Samarathunga, W.H.M.S.; Pathirana, H.P.A.S. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Tourism is growing at a double digit rate in Sri Lanka and is deemed economically beneficial with increased foreign currency earnings, employment generation and foreign direct investments. However, according to academic ...
Relevance of Museums in Community Engagement, Benefits and Active Citizenship

Das, P. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

At present, museums are important places where we see rare collections of exhibits and museums also preserve, conserve and document these exhibits. But the history of museums is very old and it belonged to the upper class ...
Bridging the Gender Gap: Reflections on the Pronounced Femininity in the Buddhist Art of Ratnagiri, Odisha (India)

Trivedi, S. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Gender gap has been identified as a new crisis having adverse bearings on the economic and cultural growth of human kind. It is generally defined as a disproportionate difference between the sexes, specifically referring ...
An ethnological study on the traditional knowledge and belief systems of Sri Lanka which emerged when predicting the future through the indications of nature

Weerasekara, W.M.T. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

One aspect of Sri Lankan identity is derived from traditional knowledge. It includes the knowledge which was gathered by people while they established in a certain geographical or environmental location. Experience gained ...
The Representation of Lion Animal Figure in Buddhist Sculpture of Ancient Bangladesh

Islam, S.Z. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Lion is the king of the animal world. The lion’s job is to protect the clan from enemies. Due to these characteristics, the lion has been considered through all ages in the world as a symbol of royalty and protection as ...
A comparative study of Dhrupad and Borgeet

Gogoi, H.D.; Hazarika, B. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Dhrupad is accepted to be the oldest existing form of North Indian classical music. The Dhrupad tradition is invariably a major heritage of Indian culture. The origin of this music is linked to the recitation of Sama ...
A study of Dammapada Atthakatha

Wagh, S.M. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

The Dhammapada is one of the important books out of 15 main books in Suttapitaka, which contains collection of preaching of Tathagat Buddha. The Dhammapada is known as Buddha Vachana. Each Buddha Gatha included in the ...
Buddhist view of other Religions

Peiris, H.R.N. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Religions make individuals more social friendly as its teachings mainly focusing on social responsibilities. Yet, conflict among the devotees of different religions can be seen very commonly in the modern world. ...
An Industry in Extinction: The case of Diyatharippu Industry at Pilimathalawa in Sri Lanka

Karunarathne, H.P.T. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

This research is regarding a diminishing craft called “Diyatharippu” (quartz) industry. Quartz mineral is used as its raw material. Chudamanikya alias crest gems and spectacles are made using these quartz minerals. This ...
The Buddhist cultural heritage of Taxila valley: its nature, importance, Preservation & promotion

Shaheen, I. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Taxila valley is widely known throughout the world for its Buddhist cultural heritage. The heritage material shows the development of Buddhism in Pakistan over centuries. In fact, it consists of a number of archaeological ...
Nalanda Metal Icon Art (Dhatu-Silpa)

Sawarna (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Nalanda metals has significant value in the history of metals. We find metals different types of excavation. The technology/methodology is totally depends upon literary sources. The Nalanda metal, icon-casting in bronze ...
Protection of Traditional Knowledge (TK) and Traditional Cultural Expressions (TCEs) of South Asia in Digital Libraries and Museums

Perera, K. (Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2015)

Traditional medicines and therapies, traditional cultural expressions (TCEs) are used in music, artwork and designs. These are all elements of what is known as traditional knowledge (TK). South Asian countries are rich ...

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