Invention and entrepreneurship are concepts that are synonymous with Scotland. Scotland has a long standing tradition of producing world renowned inventors and entrepreneurs. The invention of the steam engine, television and penicillin can all be attributed to Scottish inventors and in this article I would like to highlight some of the most famous Scottish Entrepreneurs of recent years.

Arnold Clark

Sir Arnold Clark grew up in Glasgow and joined the RAF in 1944, aged 17. He rose quickly through the ranks eventually becoming a Corporal and a Motor Mechanics Instructor. Upon leaving the RAF, Clark began buying and selling cars, and opened his first showroom in 1954 in Glasgows Park Road. Arnold Clark Automobiles is now the largest car dealership in Scotland, with over 145 car dealerships throughout the UK.

Michelle Mone

Michelle Mone OBE is the co-owner of MJM International and creator of Ultimo. She grew up in Glasgow and began her corporate career with Labatt Brewers. She rose quickly through the company and was running the Sales and Marketing department by the time she was 20. In 1996, came up with the idea to create Ultimo after wearing an uncomfortable bra to a dinner dance. Today Ultimo is one of the UKs leading designer lingerie brands.

Sir David Murray

Sir David Murray was born in Ayr in 1954 and educated at Ayr Academy, Fettes College and Broughton high School. By the age of 23 Murray had set up the metal company, Murray International Metals Limited. The Murray Group has expanded to include a wide range of industries including property, call centres, venture capital and mining.

Sir Brian Souter

Sir Brian Souter is another famous Scottish entrepreneur. Sir Brian Souter started his working life as student bus conductor while studying at University. Upon finishing University, Sir Brian Souter began working with Arthur Andersen, a leading chartered accountancy firm. In 1980, using his fathers redundancy money, Sir Brian Souter established Stagecoach Group with his sister. Thirty years later Stagecoach is one the largest transport companies in the world with 13,000 buses, coaches, trains and trams, employing over 30,000 employees worldwide. Sir Brian Souter also founded Souter Investments and the Souter Charitable Trust.

The southern zone of India is one of the richest territories that have some magical places and rich cultures associated with it. This region is known as one of the marvelous destination Indian tourism. Fun, adventure and dance are the inseparable part of celebration. Here, is dance is the most ancient and highly admired art form of India. It typically shows the vibrant side of the life. Though, the diversity of southern zone is extended by the distinctive culture, which has its roots associated with the old Dravidian culture.

To explore the most ancient dance form of South India, lets look into the rich institution of Indian traditional and classical dance form. The classical dance forms are the key element that keeps the Indian culture alive. It has its own elegance and grace that are embellished by the pre-set patterns of dominantly colorful costumes & make-up. This entire attributes adds more charms and elegance in the entire dance form. Out of many classical dance styles of south India, here we have the 5 prominent dance forms of south that are globally acclaimed. The very first dance form is Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Theyyam and Kuchipudi. The dance styles of south India reveals the soul, emotions, creativity, colors and positivity in it that ultimately inspires the onlooker.

The very first classical dance form is Bharatanatyam. It is a pure classical dance that is derived from ancient dance forms. This dance form is accompanied by the classical Carnatic music. The authentic dance moves of Bharatanatyam is a treat for eyes they look same as flame.

Second name is Kathakali, one of the most famous dance forms of South India. Its a rich cultural representation with a profound facial make-up, colorful attires and various designed ornaments. They facial expression is the dominant part of the dance style. Kathakali showcases the music, painting, acting, dance and beauty of literature. The basic theme of this dance form depicts the both the Hindu Holy Scriptures of Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Third is Mohiniyattam, a classic dance form that is regarded as the most graceful dance. This dance form is only performed by female as a solo recital. The term Mohiniyattam inherits from the word of Mohini that means, a woman who charms onlookers towards her with her powerful expressions. And the word aattam says the elegance, grace and sensuous body movements that lure everyone.

Fourth is Theyyam, this dance form is even renowned as as Kaliyattom. This dance form is associated with ritualistic folk dance of North Kerala (India). The basic root of this art form is in divine and is methodically conceded to ensure the safety and well being of everyone from families to community till entire humankind.

Fifth is Kuchipudi, this dance form is even called as Koochipoodi. Its a major south Indian dance style. The actions are quicksilver and sparkling, rounded and fleet-footed. The devotion and dedication of the performers reflects in the moves they perform during the dance. Kuchipudi dance style is performed with heart and soul that can be easily seen on the faces of dancers.