This book is an anthology of 20 papers presented by eminent Archaeologists, Geologists, and Independent scholars on ancient Bhartiya Culture and History. It covers Ganga as known to us through our ancient Texts, the 'itihasa' of its descent from Heaven, the Geological spatial aspect of this divine river that is synonymous with our culture and civilization. Important papers also enrich us with latest archaeology findings of important places on Ganga belt from Uttarakhand to Ganga Sagar, as well as throw light on Ganga through Inscriptions and its traditions in other countries like Sri Lanka, all providing valuable knowledge of the revered river we call Ganga Ma. Some papers also delve into the traditions and philosophy that has influenced our beliefs and rituals that make the use of Ganga waters integral to our life from birth to death.

It is an important collection of information for scholars and students of Research on Cultural Heritage of ancient India.