Contemporary arts in Bengal: modernity and status
This grant was helpful in preparing a convincing research proposal for the doctoral programme at the Faculty of Fine Arts, the M S University of Baroda. Subsequently I was engaged in documentation works towards the study. The research experience also gave me the confidence to handle the ambitions and take part in a major art exhibition - Art of Bengal, Past and Present - a joint venture with the Centre of International Modern Art, Kolkata.
The study and documentation of Araiya Cenai, the Divya Prabandham hymns sung by priestly dancers in Vaishnavite temples in South India
Rock art in Goa
A study of textiles and jewellery of the Khashi and Garo tribes of Meghalaya state
Study of National Museum of Bhutan: Present and Future Prospects
This award was very useful in allowing me to develop a wide range of knowledge about the history and future prospects of the National Museum, and had a great impact on my career. The findings have been communicated to my colleagues in the National Museum and elsewhere.
A study of problems in the care and handling of stone objects
