INDIA’S HERITAGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. — Social Science STD 10 — Question
Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10Social ScienceINDIA’S HERITAGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY.4 Marks
Question
Write a short note on Vastu Shastra.
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Answer
$>$Vastu Shastra is an inseparable part of astrology.
$>$ We owe to the pioneers of Vastu Shastra are Brahma, Narad, Bruhaspati, Bhrugu, Vasishtha and Vishwakarma.
$>$ They have propagated principles of construction for dwelling, temple, palace, ashwashala, forts, store house of ammunition and the planning of town in particular direction.
$>$ Vastu Shastra is mentioned in "Brihatsamhita'.
$>$ Rana Kumbha of Mewar revived this science in the $15th$ century after improving the previous versions.
$>$ According to traditional belief, Vishwakarma was the first architect of Gods. He divided Vastu Shastra into eight sections.
$>$ Various informations like selection of place, various shapes, structure, planning, interior planning, temple. Bhrambhastan, dining-room, bed-room, location of daily activities, etc. are discussed in verses.
$>$ As the time passes, changes are taking place regarding the principles and understanding of Vastu Shashtra.
$>$ Vastu Shastra was explained with religious perspective in East. But now it has been looked in with scientific spirit as the principles are proven. $R$
$>$ The $128$ pillar of Sarnath in Bihar is an excellent example of Vastu art.
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