New IGNOU TS-04 Help Book Indian Culture: Perspective for Tourism in English – BATS (Revised) Tourism Latest Edition Guide and Study Material.

Block 1 – Introducing Indian Culture
Indian Culture and Heritage: The Historical Context-I
Indian Culture and Heritage: Context-II
Conservation of Culture
Tourism and Culture: Some Views

Block 2 – Social Structure
Socio-Historical Perspective-I
Socio-Historical Perspective-II
Customs, Rituals and Cults
Fairs and Festivals

Block 3 – Fine Arts
Dance
Music
Painting

Block 4 – Popular Culture
Indian Theater
Indian Cinema

Block 5 – Architecture
Main Architectural Styles
Regional Architecture
Architecture Functional Categories
Sculpture

Block 6 – Archaeology and Antiquity
Archaeological Sites–I (Early Harappa and Harappa)
Archaeological Sites-II (Post Harappa)
Museums and Antiquities

Block 7 – Handicrafts-Continuity and Change
Commoditization of Handicrafts
Clay, Stone, Wood and Metal Crafts
Ivory, Gems, and Jewellery
Textiles and Costumes

Block 8 – Tribal Cultures
Identity Formation
History and Geographical Spread
Society and Economy
Tribes and Development Policy

Block 9 – Policy Issues in Culture
Government
Trade
Media