http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4039 2026-05-01T13:54:48Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/18362 To study the Temple Architecture and inscriptions of Khandoba temple Jejuri Khandagale, Prasad S. India is land of rich cultural heritage and temples, forts, of various style architects. Maharashtra is no exception for these heritages and various style architects. There are so many temples and architectural monuments with different art observed in Maharashtra. Jejuri is one of the most famous temples of Shiva avatar khandoba in Pune District of Maharashtra state, India with combination of different architectural style. Temple surrounded by fort was built with stones observed in Deccan plateau.The main temple mandap is built with hemadpanthi style in 8 to 12th century with mandap in Yadava’s dynasty and later extended ardhamandap and garbhagriha, shikhara in 16 th century by Maratha chieftain Ragho mambaji. While around temple after dismissal from Mughal, fort is restructured and made around16th -18th centurybyHolkarfamily.Therearearchives,curves,Deepmala and symbols observed in temples shows temple architect combination and how old is the temple. Almost 16 plus inscription observed in main fort. These inscriptions are in Marathi. The various statues on walls like sayal, Garuda, lion, devi, flower etc. indicates the history era. While on footstep many stones have inscriptions are in Marathi, Kannada, Telugu, Urdu, Sanskrit etc. These steps are made as rituals followed to make step to climb and offerings towards deity. The fort outlook, corridors is made up of combination of Maratha, Mughal, Deccan, Rajput, architectural style. The welcome arch while climbing steps also have various inscriptions, which show involvement of various kingdom and Sardar family while, built of it. Recent work modification around 1980’s of shikhara is of south Indian style. 2025-03-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/17324 WOMEN SUFI SAINTS OF BIDAR DISTRICT Waghmare, Nalini Avinash 2023-06-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/17316 SHIVASHARANAS VIEWS ON MARRIAGE SYSTEM AND LIFE Waghmare, Nalini Avinash 2023-06-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/16928 Socio- Cultural History of Bidriware in Karnataka Waghmare, Nalini Avinash Bidriware is a heritage metal craft of Bidar, which is as old as Bahamani period. Its production may be divided into four main stages casting, engraving, inlaying and oxidizing. It is made from a type of soil found in Bidar. The majority of Indians aren't even aware of this art. Bidriware, on the other hand, is well known and is in demand outside of India also. These goods are currently shipped to roughly 93 different countries. However the traditional method is today undergoing many changes. Next, recently many Bidri Artisans are living their artistic work as it does not pay well. There socio-economic condition is very poor. Thus new scientific and technological techniques may help the artisans to improve their economic status and preserve the dying Bidriware.. To study a unique art of Karnataka. To enhance and encourage Bidri art. To create interest and knowledge about Bidri art among Indians and foreigner. The study will be a descriptive and analytical one. By and large historical approach has been adopted in the description. All the writings and documents in various languages constitute the primary source. Books, research articles and critical evaluations by experts and other scholar’s opinions constitute the secondary sources. Along with survey, interview, questionnaire and field work method adopted in this research. Bidriware is a fusion of major religions and culture of India, as rulers have patronized it from time to time. Bidriware has seen significant diversification in the current century, most likely as a result of national and international exhibits creating new markets. The majority of the demand for Bidri produced nowadays comes from tourists. It helps with the local history writing. It provides employability to many people. It promotes the Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary study. 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z