Question Q.1GS1GS1
Why has public bathing been a recurring practice across cultures and societies? Discuss with examples.
Main Body
In 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj saw 60+ crore footfall in the span of 45 days. Taking a dip in Sangam river water to find salvation.
Public bathing done for various cultural and religious purposes:
1Indus valley saw 'Great Bath' of Mohenjedaro for ritualistic purposes.
2Hinduism following taking holy bath in River Ganga.
3Taoism following purification bath in rivers.
4Tamilian participating in public bath before marriage ceremonies.
5Connection with nature: means of preservation of clean rivers, ponds, etc.
83 words7 paragraphs
Answer continues on next page
- Use of contemporary example (Maha Kumbh 2025)
- Cross-cultural comparison with specific examples
- Reference to archaeological evidence (Indus Valley)
Topper
VIVEK SINGH
AIR 2762025
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Religious and Cultural Practices
Public Bathing Practices Across Cultures
Writing Stats
83
Total words
7
Paragraphs
Descriptive and analytical
Tone