Why there are gender differences in the case of Indian rivers-factors behind it, is geological or mythological: A study on Indian cultural history on river
Author(s): Subhra Ghosh
Abstract: The historical importance of Indian River leads beyond their physical presence, as they deeply woven into cultural, religious, agricultural and economic fabric of the country. Rivers have always played an important role for shaping human civilization. Learning riverine nature in different parts of India, we have seen dance of life to the rhythm of the water in river culture of India. It also effects the the specific roles of religion in different cultural activities. The importance of the river in development of civilization explores the geographical maps of ancient India. The aim of this paper is to identify, why there are few rivers in India recognized as Male River and analyse, the human-river relationship and its impact of their livelihood from ages. How Indian rivers belonging with Indians thoughts and mythological stories in the religious aspects. It is time to go deeper into this issue to understand about the history of Indian cultural reverence and their enduring legacy in modern India.
Subhra Ghosh. Why there are gender differences in the case of Indian rivers-factors behind it, is geological or mythological: A study on Indian cultural history on river. Int J Hist 2025;7(10):128-136. DOI: 10.22271/27069109.2025.v7.i10b.547
