Academic Department Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh University Estd. 1967

Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting

Constituent Department of Central University of Tibetan Studies, Varanasi

About Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

Department of Fine Arts was established in 2008 to preserve and promote the Cultural Heritage of Tibetan Arts and Tibetan traditional fine arts, which are deeply rooted in Buddhism.

The origin of Tibetan arts of making tools, buildings and other necessary equipments goes back to the reign of Tibetan King Nyatri Tsenpo (27 BC).

It is said that the formal arts based on Buddhism came into light during the 28th King Lha-tho-ho ri-nyen-tsen. Later in the 7th century, Tibetan arts developed with the royal matrimony with the Kings of Nepal and China. With the marriage of Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo to the princesses of Nepal and China had played a vital role in spread of Buddhism and Buddhist based arts in Tibet.

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation Central University of Tibetan Studies, Varanasi
Campus Location Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting

Where is the Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting located?

The Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting is an academic teaching department of Central University of Tibetan Studies, Varanasi, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting are conducted as per Central University of Tibetan Studies, Varanasi guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Department of Tibetan Traditional Painting?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Central University of Tibetan Studies, Varanasi.