Common questions about IAS, our mission, and how you can be part of this spiritual movement.
Yes, leprosy still exists today.
- Ancient name: Kushtha Roga (कुष्ठ रोग).
- Modern name: Leprosy or Hansen’s disease.
- Cause: A bacterium called Mycobacterium leprae.
- Why the name changed: It is also called Hansen’s disease in honor of Dr. Gerhard Armauer Hansen, who identified the bacterium in 1873.
- Treatment: It is curable with antibiotics.
Surya temples are world-famous because of their ancient architecture, religious importance, beautiful sculptures, and cultural heritage. They represent devotion to the Sun God, Surya, who symbolizes light, energy, and life
According to Hindu mythology, the gods were driven out of heaven by powerful demons (Asuras) who defeated them in battle and took control of their kingdom. The gods then sought Lord Vishnu’s help to regain heaven.
According to Hindu mythology, the demons (Asuras) wanted to rule heaven because they desired power, authority, wealth, and control over the three worlds. By conquering heaven, they could defeat the gods (Devas) and establish their own supremacy.
According to Hindu mythology, Devraj Indra told his mother Aditi that the demons had driven the gods out of heaven because he wanted her help and blessings to regain heaven and restore the gods’ power.
According to Hindu mythology, Aditi performed severe penance to please Lord Surya because she wanted his blessings and divine power to protect her sons, the Devas, and help them regain heaven from the demons.