Buddhism is an Indian religion based on a series of core teachings attributed to Gautam Buddha. It originated in ancient India as a Shramana tradition between the 6th and 4th centuries BCE, spreading to much of Asia.

1. It is a traditional Indian classical dance originating from Andhra Pradesh.

2. It is an expressive dance form that combines dance, music and drama.

3. It requires extensive footwork.

4. It is one of the major forms of Indian classical dance.

5. It originated in a village called Kuchipudi in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.

1. Manimekalai was composed by Sattanar about 1400 years ago.

2. This epic describes the story of Kovalan and Madhavi's daughter.