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Classification is Tibetan and Himalayan -- Journals -- Journals Focused on Regions -- Nepal -- Contributions to Nepalese Studies -- (1996) Vol. 23, no. 1
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A Note on the Historical and Cultural Significance of Vajrayogini of Sankhu
This article tries to analyze historical activities that have endured in distinct characters reflecting historical and cultural values among Newars of Nepal. The analysis is based on the historical an...
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Visible and Invisible Aspects of the Devi Dances in Sankhu, Nepal
The article discusses devi dances in Sankhu, Nepal, which are said to kill demonic forces. The devi dancers are praised for killing demon antagonists, however none of the demon characters are staged i...
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Ambivalence Denied: The Making of Rastriya Itihas [National History] in Panchayat Era Textbooks
The article explains that during the time of the panchayat system, the Nepali language, Hinduism, and monarchy constituted the triumvirate of official Nepali national culture. The nationalization of t...
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Gender and Caste in the Perfect Buddhist Gift, the Samyak Mahadana in Kathmandu, Nepal
The article discusses gender and caste in the context of the Samyak Mahadan in Kathmandu, Nepal. The Samyak Mahadan has a prelude in the gvay dam tayegu ceremony. The divide between men and women in t...
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Ṭokhā: Eka Aitihāsik Carcā
The article gives an account of the history of Tokha. Tokha lies southwest of Shivapuri hill. It not only has cultural importance, but the history suggests the place played a role in a critical war si...
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Guru Dhanavajra Vajrācārya Prati Śraddhājalīko Rupmā Uhā̃kai 'Mallakālako Aitihāsik Sāmagrī: Dhar;pau'
The article is on historical material called "Dharpau" from the Malla period. The author studies this material with the inspiration and guidance of her teacher Dhanvajra Vajracharya. The article is de...
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Contributions to Nepalese Studies Cumulative Index: 1986-1996
This is a cumulative index of the semi-annual journal Contributions to Nepalese studies published by the Centre for Nepal and Asian Studies (CNAS) during the years 1986-1996.
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Review of Pradymna P. Karan, Hiroshi Ishii and others, Nepal: A Himalayan Kingdom in Transition
This is a review by Dilli Ram Dahal of Pradymna P. Karan, Hiroshi Ishii, and others, Nepal: A Himalayan Kingdom in Transition.
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Prācīn Nepāli Samājamā Nārīko Sthān: Licchavikālakā Abhilekh Niyāldā
The article traces the situation of women in ancient Nepal. The study is undertaken on the basis of Licchavi abhilekhs (inscriptions). It is believed the condition of women at that time was not great ...
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Sacrifice, Regeneration, and Gifts: Mortuary Rituals among Hindu Newars of Kathmandu
The articles describes mortuary rituals among Hindu Newars of Kathmandu. (Rajeev Ranjan Singh 2007-03-01)
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