Rajasthan, situated in the western region of India is the cradle of distinctive Rajput culture and traditions. From the 7th to 9th century A.D., the history of Rajasthan witnessed the rise and fall of the Rajputs. This set contains 24 illustrated picture cards of the most imposing and magnificent forts and palaces of Rajasthan. The booklet provides general information and creative activities for school students and teachers.

Maharashtra is a land of forts. The 350 odd forts of Maharashtra stand as testimony to the history and success of the Marathas. The forts played a paramount role in the foundation, expansion, and preservation of Maratha power. They have been classified into three types: Sthaladurg (Ground fort), Giridurga (Hill fort), Jayadurga (Marine fort). This package contains 24 illustrated picture cards and a booklet which provides general information, the historical and cultural background and distinctive architectural features of the forts of Maharashtra.
Traditional Theatre Forms of India – Part 1
Traditional Theatre Forms of India – Part 2
Traditional Theatre forms of India – 1 and 2

The artistic expression of the people through the ages is a valuable source of historical information. From paintings and sculptures, we come to know about the ancient people’s daily life. Scholars, artists and educationists in India have strongly recommended that Cultural Education should be included in schools to spread love and understanding for India’s rich cultural heritage. In order to provide supplementary material to teach Indian history, the CCRT has produced a set of three cultural packages on Cultural History.
Cultural History, I contains 24 picture cards and a booklet. The picture cards throw light on the ancient India’s seals, sculpture, stupa and temple architecture. The booklet provides general information, about the distinctive features of architecture, sculpture and paintings prevalent during the period between 8000 BC to 8th century AD approximately. Cultural History, 2 contains 24 picture cards and a booklet. The picture cards throw light on Mahabalipuram Rathas; Kanchipuram temple; Badami, Pattadakal temples; Khajuraho, Konarak temples and so on. The booklet provides general information about the distinctive features of the architecture, sculpture and paintings prevalent during the period between 7th and 16th century AD. Cultural History, 3 contains 24 picture cards and a booklet. The picture cards throw light on Sultanate and Mughal architecture. The booklet provides general information about the distinctive features of architecture. sculpture and paintings prevalent during the period between 7th to 16th century AD.

Rajasthan, The General Council of UNESCO in 1972 adopted the “Convention concerning the Protection of the World Natural and Cultural Heritage.” The aim of the Convention was to promote cooperation among all nations and people in order to contribute effectively to the protection of the natural and cultural heritage, which belongs to all mankind. In this context, the UNESCO has declared 16 Sites as World Cultural Heritage Sites in India. The CCRT has produced four cultural packages on these 16 World Cultural Heritage Sites in India.
Each set contains 24 illustrated picture cards with a detailed description of each picture, along with a booklet. The first set gives information about Sanchi, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, and Taj Mahal. The booklet provides architectural terms and plans of a stupa, a mosque, a temple, and a church.
The second set gives information about Sun Temple-Konarak, Khajuraho, Qutub Complex and Humayun’s Tomb-Delhi. The booklet provides architectural terms and plans of stupa, mosque, temple and church.
The third set gives information about Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Elephanta Caves, and Churches and Convents of Goa. The booklet provides architectural terms and plans of stupa, a mosque, a temple, and a church.
The fourth set gives information about the Mahabalipuram Monuments, Brihadesvara Temple-Tanjore, Pattadakal Temple, and Hampi Monuments. The booklet provides architectural terms and plans of stupa, a mosque, a temple, and a church.
AP 1 – Booklet & Cards
AP 2 – Booklet & Cards.

Kuchipudi, originally from Andhra Pradesh, is one of the classical dances of India. It’s evolution can be traced to traditional dance–drama, known under the generic name of Yakshagaana. In the 17th century A.D., Siddhendra Yogi, a talented Vaishnava poet, conceived the Kuchipudi style of Yakshagaana. It begins with an invocation to Lord Ganesha, followed by nritta (non-narrative and abstract dancing); shabdam (narrative dancing) and natya. In this cultural package, Raja Reddy and Radha Reddy, renowned Kuchipudi dancers, have depicted various forms of nritta, shabdam, and natya.
This package contains 24 illustrated picture cards along with a brief description of the dancer’s mudra, bhava, style, dress, and make-up. The booklet provides general information about the origin of dance forms in India and the historical background of the Kuchipudi dance and creative activities for school students and teachers.

Bharatanatyam is considered to be over 2000 years old. In Bharata Muni’s Natya Shastra Bharatanatyam is described as ekaharya in which one dancer depicts many roles. Siva as Nataraja, the Lord of Dance is depicted in various dance forms.
This set contains 24 illustrated picture cards along with a brief description of various dance forms of Bharatanatyam like Alarippu, Jatiswaram, Nritya, Tillana and the booklet provides general information about the Indian dances and the origin of the Bharatanatyam dance, its development, and creative activities for school students and teachers.

Manipuri, one of the classical dances of India, originated in Manipur, the north-eastern state of India. The people of Manipur have been protected from outside influences, and able to retain their unique traditional culture. Manipuri dance is associated with rituals and traditional festivals.
This set contains 24 illustrated picture cards along with brief description of various dance forms, rich costumes and the musical instruments. The booklet gives the general information about Indian dances, the origin and the present nature of the Manipuri dance and creative activities for school students and teachers.

Kathakali, one of the classical dances of India, has evolved from many social and religious theatrical forms of Kerala. It is a blend of dance, music and acting and dramatizes stories, which are mostly adapted from the Indian epics. Poet Vallathol, composed the classical Kathakali dance form.
This package contains 24 illustrated picture cards along with write-ups displaying various dance poses, make-up methods, dress patterns and musical instruments. The booklet provides general information about Indian dances, the origin and the present nature of the Kathakali dance and creative activities for school students and teachers.

Kathak dance, originally from Uttar Pradesh, is a combination of music, dance and narrative. The present-day Kathak dance mainly depends on the medieval period Ras Lila, a local dance in the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh. Eventually, popular Kathak became highly stylised in both Hindu and Muslim courts and came to be regarded as a sophisticated form of entertainment.
This package contains 23 illustrated picture cards along with write-ups displaying the dancer’s hand gestures, facial expressions and the musical instruments. The booklet provides general information about Indian dances, the origin and the present nature of the Kathak dance and creative activities for school students and teachers.

In traditional theatre, age-old forms, customs and the desire to improvise are intermingled. In these theatre forms, there is no such thing as episodes. There is always continuity in its theme, structure and presentation. There is also scope for improvisation and incorporation of new references leading to subtle extension in the story line. There is direct and intimate communication between the actors and audience. Traditional theatre forms have a common distinguishing feature that is the element of simplicity.
Each set contains 24 picture cards and a booklet. The first set provides information about the distinguishing features, origin, thematic content and theatre techniques of Bhand Pather, Swang, Nautanki, Raasleela, Bhavai, Jatra, Maach, Ankia Naat and Bhaona and that of the second set provides information about the unique features, theatre techniques and various kinds of musical instruments used during the performances of Tamaasha, Dashavatar, Krishnattam, Mudiyettu, Theyyam, Koodiyaattam, Yakshagaana, and Therukoothu.

In these packages, the CCRT presents illustrated picture cards along with write-ups on traditional puppets. India has a large variety of such puppets depicting various characters from legends and myths. Only a few have been selected keeping in mind representation of the various categories.
Each set contains 24 illustrated picture cards along with a booklet giving general information about the simple techniques of making and manipulating different types of puppets, such as rod puppets, string puppets, shadow puppets, and glove puppets.

Toys have a special appeal and fascination for children and play a major role in fulfilling the need of the individual’s creative expression. The traditional figures and toy-like artifacts have existed throughout the centuries. CCRT has produced a cultural package on Traditional Toys depicting animals, birds, fish, human figures, and so on. This package provides inspiration to understand the aesthetics and beauty, the traditional technology and mechanics in the wide variety of toys available in all regions of this country.
This set contains 24 illustrated picture cards showing the various types of toys made of terracotta, grass, wood, cloth, paper, metal, shell, and glass. The booklet provides general information on the historical background of the traditional toys and creative activities for school students and teachers.
WCHS 1 – Booklet and Illustrated Cards
WCHS 2 – Booklet and Illustrated Cards
WCHS 3 – Booklet and Illustrated Cards
WCHS 4 – Booklet and Illustrated Cards

In this cultural package, the CCRT presents a small collection of floor designs popular in different parts of the country. They are varied and diverse in form and content. Stylised depictions of the sun, moon, birds, flowers, and trees convey the message of happiness and well-being of the household. This package contains 23 illustrated picture cards along with write-ups. The booklet provides general information about the floor designs and creative activities for school students and teachers.
Musical Instruments of India Part-1
Musical Instruments of India Part-2
Musical Instruments of India 1 and 2