By: G.

Revathi- 8790182775

K. Sailesh- 8790392127 Bhavans Vivekananda Degree College, Sainikpuri.

Patriotism is a devotion to one's country. Love of country, the virtues and actions of a patriot, the passion which inspires one to serve one's country. Patriotism, the virtue of the vicious. ~Oscar Wilde Patriotism means to stand by the country; it is the conviction that this country is superior to all other countries because you were born in it It is the love of country that has lighted and that keeps glowing the holy fire of patriotism. Our country is not the only thing to which we owe our allegiance. It is also owed to justice and to humanity. Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong. Indian culture: India's languages, religions, dance, music, architecture, food and customs differ from place to place within the country, but nevertheless possess a commonality. India is the only country in the world to have so many religions and beliefs India is the birth place of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism, collectively known as Indian religions.

Today, Hinduism and Buddhism are the world's third- and fourth-largest religions respectively India, being a multi-cultural and multi-religious society, celebrates holidays and festivals of various religions. The four national holidays in India, the Independence Day, the Republic Day, the Gandhi Jayanti, and 1st may are celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm across India The Rmyaa and the Mahabharata are the oldest preserved and well-known epics of India. Drama and theatre:

The music of India includes multiple varieties of religious, classical, folk, popular and pop music Of course, any culture is also defined by its cuisine, art, religion and similar components. India is known the world over for its superior food and the fascinating blends of spices that create such stimulating taste sensations. Rice is a staple food in India, although wheat is also recognized as such, particularly in the northern areas. Black pepper and chilli are amongst the favourite flavourants.

Clothing: Indian clothing is rich in color and the fabrics boast detailed embroidery, beadwork and embossing. The specific styles and colors used vary in the different areas of the country. Women generally wear draped saris, and men can wear a lungi (also a draped item) or the more conventional shirt and trousers. Clothing is designed to be in line with religious requirements, while also keeping the heat and sun at bay in this hot land.

Music: The music of India is varied. Regional folk music is put beside by the popular music being aired on the radio or television at the time. Generally, traditional Indian music has two facets Folk and Classical. This is also true of their dances. Their theatre performances as well as their recent films usually include dance and music in the storyline to create a dynamic and emotional presentation. To learn about the culture of another country is to enrich ones self with outside influences,

to choose to adopt or leave foreign practices, ideals and designs, creating a mosaic within ones own identity.