Sudha Murty Book ‘Tides of Time’ Highlights India’s History Through Parliament Murals

Honorable Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan has released the book called ‘Tides of Time: Bharat’s History through Murals in Parliament’. This book is authored by the Sudha Murty at Samvidhan Sadan. This book beautifully captures the India’s rich civilizational journey through the murals which are displayed in Parliament building and this book will offering the readers unique visual and historical stories of India’s past.

A Unique Blend of Art, History and Democracy

The book highlights the 124 mural panels which are installed in Parliament of India. Each of this murals are representing the different phases of the India’ss long and diverse history.  These murals are not just decorative elements but they are the powerful storytelling tools which depicts the India’s evolution from ancient modern world.

According to the Vice President these artworks showcase the India’s civilizational continuity and also the representation of the richness of cultural heritage. Vice-President has praised the Sudha Murty for making the history accessible and engaging for the readers across the different generations.

Why India Called The ‘Mother of Democracy’

At the event Vice President Radhakrishnan emphasized that India has the deep rooted tradition of the democratic governance. He also mentioned the ancient systems like the Vaishali’s republican system in the north and the Kudavolai system of south India.

These type of examples highlights how governance, dialogue and consensus have been part of the Indian society for centuries to centuries and this continued before the modern democratic systems have emerged.

What the Book Covers: From Ancient Civilizations to Freedom Struggle

This book by the Sudha Murty will take readers to the historical spectrum and will enhance the knowledge about the history.

• Starts with Indus Valley Civilization which is the oldest civilizational in the world.
• Also the teachings of great thinkers like the Maharishi Valmiki, Chanakya, Lord Mahavir Swami and Gautama Buddha.
• Chakravartin Ashoka Emperor reign and his contributions.
• The legacy of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for India.
• Cultural movements like the Bhakti Movement
• Additionally the India’s Architectural marvels such as the Konark Sun Temple and more.

This book will also take the pride for India’s freedom struggle with the highlighting the events like Dandi March.

Question

Q. The book “Tides of Time: Bharat’s History through Murals in Parliament” is authored by whom?

A. C. P. Radhakrishnan
B. Sudha Murty
C. Om Birla
D. J. P. Nadda