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Background: The Indus Valley civilization, one of the oldest in the world, dates back at least 5,000 years. Aryan tribes from the northwest invaded about 1500 B.C.; their merger with the earlier Dravidian inhabitants created the classical Indian culture. Arab incursions starting in the 8th century and Turkish in the 12th were followed by those of European traders, beginning in the late 15th century. By the 19th century, Britain had assumed political control of virtually all Indian lands. Indian armed forces in the British army played a vital role in both World Wars. Nonviolent resistance to British colonialism led by Mohandas GANDHI and Jawaharlal NEHRU brought independence in 1947. The subcontinent was divided into the secular state of India and the smaller Muslim state of Pakistan. A third war between the two countries in 1971 resulted in East Pakistan becoming the separate nation of Bangladesh. Despite impressive gains in economic investment and output, India faces pressing problems such as the ongoing dispute with Pakistan over Kashmir, massive overpopulation, environmental degradation, extensive poverty, and ethnic and religious strife.




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87 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Boils, Heat Rash and Exams
June 10th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
Aiden has a couple of boils on his legs and is louder than a firetruck in excruciating pain with them. We now have the magic cream so are hoping they heal quickly! Cal has had a heat rash for a whi ... [full story]

Running the Ashram Kitchen
166 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Running the Ashram Kitchen
May 19th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
Now I am running the kitchen here at the Ashram. We have about 25 people though sometimes this fluctuates. I’m learning about some different vegetables, lots of new Hindi vocabulary and some Ind ... 1 photos [full story]

166 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Daily Life at the Ashram
May 7th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
Have been enjoying some late night swims in Talab. Purnima (full moon) is soon so it's great light. Especially floating on your back, because it's so quiet and relaxing!! Last night we enjoyed a ty ... [full story]

My Own Mantra by Callum
166 days ago: KMAC published a blog
My Own Mantra by Callum
May 3rd 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
When Swamiji was here I went and listened to some of his lectures and when the Bhaktas came to sing songs. When I see Swamiji I go up to greet him. He asked me if I had any wish but I didn’t so ... 1 photos [full story]

Mantra Diksha
166 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Mantra Diksha
May 3rd 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
I was going to ask Swamiji for a Spiritual name but Callum asked for Mantra so I asked for it too. Mum was really surprised! Swamiji doesn’t usually give Mantra to kids. The day I got my Mantra ... 1 photos [full story]

Navaratri by Aiden
168 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Navaratri by Aiden
April 3rd 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
I saw a snake on the way to school. Someone found a scorpion behind the alter at the Bhakti Sagar. We are getting ready for exams at school. We are celebrating Navaratri, the start of summer. It&rsquo ... 3 photos [full story]

Life at Jadan by Aiden
168 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Life at Jadan by Aiden
May 6th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
I am having fun here. I got a thumb drive and Avatar hid it but I found it again。Well, Gretchen our friend in China sent us Harry Potter number 5 (the movie) and two really cool Dr Seuss Books. ... 5 photos [full story]

Start of Swimming Season
168 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Start of Swimming Season
April 12th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
We have been swimming in the fountain in the middle of the kitchen eating area and enjoying Easter eggs. The Easter bunny even found us here in the desert! Exams are on now. We only go to school on th ... 1 photos [full story]

Elections in India
168 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Elections in India
April 18th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
Elections are on and this is one example of what happens in India. One guy up for consideration has a Guru that in this case, just happens to be Swamiji. So although the candidates are not allowed to ... 2 photos [full story]

Swamiji has arrived
168 days ago: KMAC published a blog
Swamiji has arrived
April 24th 2009  Asia » India » Rajasthan » Pali
The past week we have also had a few accidents. One 18-20yo Indian guy drowned in Talab (our dam) while doing some repairs. Santoshpuriji had sunstroke and was out of action for a couple of days. Chan ... 2 photos [full story]


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