Authors Biography
Amrit Bolaria was born in Delhi and completed the major part of her education there. In 1975 she moved to Chandigarh. Here she researched and completed her doctoral dissertation on the temples of Mandi. A mind in continual enquiry about the power behind the workings of the universe, coupled with an innate flair for colour and design, naturally paved her way to the study of the history of temple architecture. A trailblazing entrepreneur who defied convention, Amrit ventured into the business world at a time when women faced significant obstacles. Her debates and practical solutions for the welfare of the people as counsellor in Chandigarh has captured many headlines. Amrit is currently involved in setting up an institute for advanced scholastic and practical meditation practices in the lower Himalayas.