About West Zone Cultural Centre
- WZCC
The Zonal Cultural Centers were conceived and set up as cultural
distribution networks between 1985 to 1987 in order to promote,
develop and link the various art from with people living in urban, rural
and tribal areas of India. These Centers are intended to become
cultural organizations not limited to performances in closed auditoria
for limited audiences, but to outgrow into centers with people of India
as audience and thousands of folk artists, craftsmen at grass root
level as performers.
West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC) was the first centre to set up
the ” Shilpgram – A Craft Village “, in Udaipur. There are 31 huts
representing architecture, traditional arts and culture depicting the
enormous diversity and aesthetic sense of the state of Rajasthan,
Gujarat, Maharashtra and Goa which comprise the Western Zone of
India.
Apart from organizing a chain of cultural programs in urban as well as
remote rural areas of west zone, “Shilpgram Utsav” is organized in
Shilpgram, Udaipur in the last week of December month every year.
This 10 days event is watched by half a million people, in which more
than 650 artisans, craftsmen and performing artists participate from
all over the country.
The headquarters of the WZCC is located in the historical Bagore-Ki-
Haveli which is a huge mansion comprising of 138 rooms built in the
18th Century by the Prime Minister of Royal Mewar Dynasty. The
Haveli has a typical architectural style with exquisite glass inlay work
and paintings. After 5 years of strenuous restoration work a Museum
has been set up in Bagore Ki Haveli to depict the royal life style,
architecture and cultural ethos carefully conserved to its pristine glory.
Director's Message
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Chairperson, West Zone Cultural
Centre, Udaipur
II. Chairperson, West Zone Cultural Centre, Udaipur
Hon’ble Governor is the Chairperson in an ex-officio capacity of the
Governing Body and Executive Board of the West Zone Cultural
Centre, Udaipur. As per the provisions of the Memorandum of
Association and Rules of the Society, he/she is the Chairperson of
the Search cum Selection Committee for the appointment of
Director of WZCC, Udaipur. The objects of the society are to
preserve, innovate and promote the projection and dissemination of
arts of the Western Zone and to make special efforts to encourage
folk and tribal arts and to involve the youth of the Zone with the
youth of the rest of country in creative cultural communications
under the guidance of the Chairperson.
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Chancellor of State Universities
III. Chancellor of State Universities
Hon’ble Governor is ex-officio Chancellor of the State Universities.
As per the provisions of the Act of the concerned University, the
Governor appoints the Vice Chancellor on the advice/ in
consultation with the State Government. As Chancellor, the
Governor also presides over the Convocation of the State
Universities, whenever present. Chancellor also appoints his/her
nominees on various bodies like Senate, Syndicate, Board of
Management, Selection Committee and Academic Council of the
State Universities. The Chancellor has been entrusted with the
powers to enquire into the affairs of the State Universities as per the
provisions of the Act.
There are 24 State Universities in Rajasthan.
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Heritage Conservation
Raj Bhawan Jaipur, is the official residence of Hon’ble Governor of Rajasthan. The building formed from erstwhile Kothis No 9 and 10
stands apart for its grandeur and grace. The imposing wrought iron gates adorned with the national emblem and the dense plantations
in the grounds give a tantalising glimpse of the building and its premises.
The summer resort of Hon’ble Governor at Mt Abu is a heritage building with exquisite architecture and features.
Raj Bhawan has a collection of beautiful Rajputana and British period arts, photographs and artefacts. Marvellous pieces of paintings of
Rajputana and British era adorn the galleries of Raj Bhawan. Similarly, sculptures showcased in the grounds depict the rich cultural
heritage of the state and speak volumes about different styles of art of erstwhile princely states of Rajputana. Maintenance of these
pieces is a ceaseless endeavour and requires utmost care and creativity. An attempt to list these pieces has been done.
The sculptures have also been enlisted and belong to a period as early as 8th century. Examples of these pieces are the sculptured
pillars in the Guest House lawn that belong to the Chandrabhaga temple complex(Jhalarapatan) and the winged Garuda seated on a
panchrath pedestal adorned with Nag Kanyas in the Raj Bhawan belonging to 18th -19th Century.
For the list of the sculptures that was enlisted by the Department of Archaeology and Museums in 2000-01. Click here.
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Three large oil paintings by artist A.H. Muller in European style but on Indian themes give a distinctive look to the main drawing room.
Another painting by artist Chhaganlal Gaur depicting the court scene of Mewar under Rana Bhim Singh is a remarkable exhibit in the
Raj Bhawan.
For a list of paintings that was documented by Jawahar Kala Kendra in 2003. Click here.
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The chandeliers, cupboards, doors, furniture are some of the antiquities of the British time that have been preserved till date. Prized
possessions of the Main House are also four Belgian glass mirrors framed in carved wood frame in oriental style.
The later additions to the building and interiors reflect the eclectic tastes of the Governors who have resided here.
On Going Projects:
Hon’ble Governor, Shri Kalyan Singhji, has taken keen interest in conserving and preserving the architecture and artefacts of Raj
Bhawan. Under his directions, a Standing Committee for Heritage matters was constituted to advice on conservation, restoration and
beautification of the Raj Bhawan premises. The Malviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur is the technical partner for the project.
The scope of the project includes documentation of Raj Bhawan’s premises at Jaipur and Mt. Abu with a view to prepare a
Conservation and Restoration Manual.
In the first phase of the restoration and renovation project, the main entrance door and veranda of the Main Building has been
completed. The adjoining ADC’s Office in the Main Building and downstairs sitting room has also been renovated. The marble pillars in
the porch and statue in the verandah of the Main house have been cleaned and repolished. The Raj Bhawan Guest House has been
retrofitted with a Barmer style entrance retrieved from the old main doorway of the Main House.
Taking care of the artifacts, conserving and exhibiting them properly is a prime concern. Buffing and repair of brass chandeliers;
repairing, repolishing and lacquering of brass artifacts; repair, silver plating and lacquering of nickel /silver ware art pieces is also
being taken up.
For the future care and preservation of these antiques and artifacts a training of the Household staff in basic cleaning and handling of
these heritage pieces was organized by MNIT.
To see the work progress, click here (/content/rajbhawan/en/Picturesofworkingprogress.html)
The Lalit Kala Academy Rajasthan has also been directed to take up fresh documentation of the paintings at Raj Bhawan premises with
a view to conserve these priceless paintings. The Department for Archaeology and Museums, Government of Rajasthan has also been
asked to depute a team to carry out a fresh documentation of sculptures at Raj Bhawan for the purposes of preservation and
conservation.
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Raj Bhawan Jaipur
On replacement of the institution of Rajpramukh by the Governor in
1956, two Kothis, namely Civil Lines No. 9 and 10 were earmarked
for Raj Bhawan. These together constitute the Raj Bhawan which is
spread over a wide area evoking great interest in the passersby,
largely owing to its attractive arboriculture and beautifully
developed landscape.
Raj Bhawan at Jaipur formally came into being on 1st November
1956 AD when Sardar Gurumukh Nihal Singh entered the Office of
Governor.
There are three gates in the front of the Raj Bhawan, the Central
Gate, known as Singh Dwar, being the main entrance. The other
gates are used for entry into the Governor’s Secretariat and for
ceremonial occasions.
After the security check on the Singh Dwar, the guest/visitor(both
on his right and left) is impressed by the tastefully cultivated
vegetation, and at a short distance of 51.83 meteres from the Singh
Dwar, he is face to face with a jet colour fountain. In the evening,
the changing colours of the fountain present a very attractive and
delightful sight. The flower beds with predominance of rose around
the fountain look very attractive. During summer, cool breeze with
aroma of flower is very refreshing.
The Raj Niwas, residence of Hon’ble Governor, nomenclature given
during 2002-03, has a neat appearance, characteristic of the
architectural style of the Kothis in Jaipur. In keeping with the
architectural tradition of the pink city, it is painted pink. Arriving in
the white marble pillared porch of the Raj Niwas, one is struck by
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engraved floral designs on the four pillars. A wooden and stone
doorway, carved in elegant local style is installed as the main
entrance on the ground floor and Haveli style parapets are at first
floor terrace.
The drawing room of Raj Niwas offers a sweeping view of the back
lawns surrounded by all trees. Its walls are adorned by traditional
Rajasthan miniature paintings, some of which date back to the
18th /19th century, as also paintings of the great warrior Maharana
Pratap and renowned devotional poet Meera by artist A. H. Mullar.
Next to the drawing room is a multipurpose sitting room that
extends into the Banquet hall. The walls of the Banquet hall are
adorned with Belgian glass mirrors in wooden frames carved in
oriental style. It has ten chandeliers of Belgian cut glass lighting and
decorating the coffered ceiling. The Banquet hall is used for official
functions, cultural events and formal lunches and dinners.A
remarkable painting by artist Chhaganlal Gaur depicting court
scene of Mewar Rana Bhim Singh for the year 1818 AD in which the
Maharana is sitting on a chair while Rajput nobles and British
officers squatting on the ground graces the Raj Bhawan. This was
the status of British officers in the beginning.
A lush green lawn with size of 53.96 m X 47.26 m = 2550.15 sq.
meters at the back of the Raj Bhawan is a Centre of beauty and
gives a perspective to the building. The lawn has tall trees, and
standing in the lawn, regardless of the weather, one is automatically
attracted towards the tall trees, of a startling variety, and flower
beds blooming with seasonal flowers.
Luxurious vegetation of Raj Bhawan, perhaps the richest in Jaipur in
a residential bungalow, attracts the birds. The peacocks and
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peahens are a common sight in the Raj Bhawan and can be noticed
on the housetops, walking majestically in lawns or perching on the
branches of the trees. During rainy season, the dancing peacocks
present a very attractive common sight. The chirping of birds
produce very scintillating music pleasant to the ears. A distinctive
feature pertaining to bird life is that the trees where the birds perch
are by an unknown phenomenon earmarked for parrots, crows and
mynahs. It is delightful sight to see a tree green with parrots and
black with crows.
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Raj Bhawan Mount Abu
With the implementation of the recommendations of the State
Reorganisation Commission, Abu came back to Rajasthan with
effect from 1st November 1956 AD. The Residency became the Raj
Bhawan and came to be used as the summer resort of the Governor
of Rajasthan.
Residency building (now called Raj Bhawan) is a majestic building
constructed in the year 1868 AD over nine bighas of land in the
English post–renaissance (Elizabethan) style. Cost involved for
construction of building including electrification was Rs. 46305/-.
Originally constructed as official residence of the Agent to the
Governor-General (AGG) at the initiative of Lt. Col Eden, the then
AGG. The first occupant of the Residency building was Lt. Col R.H.
Keatinge, AGG, who moved in on 15th March 1868 AD.
The building has been raised on a hillock. It provides natural
elevation and also makes the building visible from different places
in Mount Abu. From the building and the terrace gardens,
commanding view of the scenery and the Nakki Lake, the cynosure
of the hill station, is available.
A piano, still in full working condition, is placed in the drawing room
as an exhibit and reminder of the cultural content of the British era.
The piano was manufactured by noted company Gebrilder Knake
specially for India for S Rose & Company, Fort, Bombay (now
Mumbai).
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Rajasthan State Bharat Scouts
and Guides
The Bharat Scouts & Guides is a registered Organisation under
Societies Registration Act of XXI 1860 with headquarters in New
Delhi. State Association is affiliated to the National Association.
Hon'ble Governor of Rajasthan is Patron of Rajasthan State Bharat
Scouts & Guides
Scout/Guide movement has been active in Rajasthan since the
second decade of the twentieth century in colonial period well
established various units in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner,
Bharatpur, Alwar and Ajmer started functioning into the State
Association.
With the merger of the Bharat Scouts & Guides on 7the Nov. 1950.
All the units in the state were also merged regulating the formation
of “Rajasthan State Bharat Scouts & Guides” organization.
In the state, one State Headquarters 7 divisional headquarters, 33
district headquarters and 312 local Associations are well running
with the units in schools are the grass root level. Elected members
of the local and Divisional Associations form the state council,
which is the apex body. The council has tenure of 5 years. State
council comprise of 1- President, 12 Vice-Presidents and one State
Chief Commissioner who are democrately elected.
First Scout troop become operational in 1912. In Rajasthan and the
units continued to grow gradually. At the time of merger in 1950, the
census of the Rajasthan State Association in scout section was
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28862 and in guide section 2882 total 31744.The Organization has
grown quantitatively and qualitatively and the Rajasthan State
Association is a pioneer state in the map of the country.
Various activities of the organization are made functional separately
for boys and girls under Scout and Guide sections separately, State
Commissioners of Scout & Guide sections use to work as Head of
Departments (Sections), State Chief Commissioner is head of both
the sections. Senior officers of all India services and prominent
administrators of the State viz. Sh. S. K. Zibbo, Sh. L L. Joshi, Sh.
J. S. Mehta, Sh. R. S. Kumat, Sh. A.K.Garg, Sh. Niranjan Arya and Sh.
J.C.Mohaty have been the State Chief Commissioner. Presently Shri
Niranjan Arya, I.A.S, Retd. Chief Secretary, Rajasthan is working as
the State Chief Commissioner.
All the aforesaid office bearers are honorary. Secretarial work of the
state headquarters is performed under the guidance the state
secretary.The execution of the organization is divided into two parts
viz. organisation and training. All the organizational work is
performed by the full time officials viz. State Organizing
Commissioners of Scout & Guide section separately. All activities
related to adult leader training are conducted by the honorary
volunteers under the guidance of State Training Commissioner
(Scout & Guide).
For boys/girls programme Assistance Organizing Commissioners
and for adult leader training courses, Divisional Training
Commissioners have been working at the Divisional Level, Circle
Organiser at the district level (usually one for a district) and in larger
districts circle organiser (scout & guide) work as the liaison officer
and are responsible for conducting all the activities. District Training
Commissioner (Scout/Guide) has been appointed to look after the
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training courses. At present state association have 2 state level, 8
divisional level and 36 local association level training centers across
the State.
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Red Cross Society, Rajasthan
Indian Red Cross Society Rajasthan State Branch
Since 1920 the Indian Red Cross has been working in India by
rendering humanitarian services through its 700 branches
spread on over the country.
The Red Cross is always in the forefront to render relief
promptly and speedily wherever and whenever disaster
strikes, transcending all barriers of nationality, race, religion,
and language. Its role is more pronounced during natural
calamities, epidemics and attempted conflicts.
It is a leading member of the larger independent humanitarian
organization in the world, the International Red Cross and Red
Cross Movement.
Components of Indian Red Cross - International Committee of
Red Cross, International Federation of Red Cross and Red
Crescent Societies and National Societies have its own special
areas of work carried out separately, but they are interlinked.
The three together form the International Red Cross
Movement. On World Red Cross Day 8th May all of them pay
glowing tribute to its founder 'Jean Henry Dunant' who was
born on this date in 1828.
Vision:-
To improve the lives of vulnerable people in India and
internationally by mobilizing the power of humanity.
Mission:-
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The mission of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent
Movement is to:
To prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be
found, to protect life and health, and ensure respect for the
human being.
Legal Base:-
The Indian Red Cross Society was established in 1920
constituted under the Act XV of 1920 and was recognized by
the Movement in 1929 as amended by Act. No. 22 of 1956,
Adaptation of Law (No. 4) Order, 1957 and the Act. 14 of 1992.
Aims and Objectives: -
Aims and objectives as laid down in the Indian Red Cross
Society Act-XV of 1920 as amended, which are produced here
below: -
Aid to the sick and woundedmembers of the Armed Forces
of the Union in accordance with the terms and spirit of the
Geneva Conventions of 12th August, 1949 and discharge
of other obligations devolving upon the Society under the
Conventions as the recognized auxiliary of the Armed
Forces Medical Services·
Delivering emergency relief during disasters
Working together with communities in psychological
rehabilitation
Training community in disaster preparedness
Ensuring availability of water & providing sanitation
services
Providing First Aid training
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Protecting civilian life by disseminating Geneva
Conventions.
Dissemination of Humanitarian values and
IHL
Providing necessary services for ex-soldiers
Family news service, FNS (restoring family links, RFL)
HIV & AIDS awareness programmes
Delivering community welfare programmes
Promoting voluntary blood donation to provide safe blood
Junior Red Cross (JRC) & Youth Red Cross (YRC)
The Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and
Red Crescent Movement:
Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary
Service, Unity, Universality.
Constituency:-
Rajasthan has 33 Districts, 244 Tehsils and 352 Panchayat
Samities. The Indian Red Cross Society, Rajasthan State
Branch has 33 District Branches. District Level Red Cross
Committees has been constituted.
Leadership:-
Hon'ble the Governor of Rajasthan is the President of
Rajasthan State Branch.
Hon'ble Chief Minister is the Vice- President; Hon'ble Health
Minister is the Chairman, Hon'ble General Secretary, Hon.
Treasurer and eight members are members of Annual General
Meeting. Five members are nominated by the President on the
National Managing Committee. Similarly, each District Branch
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will have to nominate one representative on the Managing
Committee.
The managing body of the State Branch is responsible for
governance and supervision of the functions of the society. It is
assisted by a number of other committees: an executive
committee, finance committee, as well as committees for
health and disaster relief.
The District Branches follow a similar organizational pattern to
that of the Rajasthan State Branch, although details of their
governing structure differ slightly from branch to branch. The
common feature is that the Collector of the province is the
President of the District Branch. The members of the district
committees are a mix of nominated and elected members.
Human resource:-
The society imparts training in Disaster Preparedness,
Community Base First Aid, Conflict Preparedness, Volunteer
Management and Branch Development etc. Indian Red Cross
Society attracts qualified and experienced applicants due to its
good public image. Personnel turnover is low and staff tends to
remain at the society for long periods of time.
The branches are autonomous and staffing patterns at branch
levels differs from branch to branch. Branches are financially
independent and have individual pay structures, although they
generally follow the state pattern. Volunteers are involved in
programme activities at branch level, particularly in disaster
relief work.
Activities of the Red Cross: -
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Red Cross undertakes a number of activities such as Disaster
Relief, Disaster Preparedness, Community and Welfare
Programmes, Pulse-Polio Eradication Programme, Blood
Donation activities, Running of Artificial Limb Centres and
Thalassemia Prevention Programme, etc.
All volunteers are expected to…
Act in accordance with the Fundamental Principles of the
Movement and disseminate them.
Spread awareness on the proper use of the emblem and to
prevent its misuse
Behave in accordance with, the RC’s code of conduct for
volunteers.
Become ambassadors of Red Cross Humanitarian Work.
Pledge to serve the needy.
One can have detailed information about the Indian Red Cross
Society, Rajasthan State Branch from the following place: -
Indian Red Cross Society, Sanganeri Gate, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
The Red Cross donation to the State Branch may be made
directly on the following Bank Account:Account Name:
Account Name: Administrator,Indian Red Cross Society, Raj. State B
Account Number: 10474210719
IFSC CODE: SBIN0000656
BSR Code: 0031031
Type of Account: Savings Bank Account SB Account
Branch Name: State Bank of India, Sanganeri Gate, Jaipur
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