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Millet as Sacred Companion In the semi-arid hills and plateaus of India, for countless generations, millet was not merely a cereal—it was sacred companion, anchor, offering, identity. For tribes like the Kutia Kondh (Odisha), Nyishi (Arunachal), Baiga, Gond, and many others, millets such as pearl millet, finger millet, foxtail millet, kodo millet, barnyard millet form […]

Folkism, Culturology

Arunachal Pradesh: The Rich Folktale Tradition from the ‘Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains’

Arunachal Pradesh: The Rich Folktale Tradition from the ‘Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains’ Read Post »

Arunachal Pradesh is a culturally rich state in India. Its diverse tribes, like the Singpho, enchant with vibrant folktales, weaving wisdom and humor into stories that reflect deep connections to nature and tradition.

Culturology, Folkism

Folklore and Folktale, Exploring the Echoes of Eternity: 7 Important Reasons for Preserving the Enduring Legacy of India

Folklore and Folktale, Exploring the Echoes of Eternity: 7 Important Reasons for Preserving the Enduring Legacy of India Read Post »

This blog post is a discussion on Indian folklore and folktales, importance of folklore to culture, with some fascinating examples of folklores from India, particularly Assam and a note of the threats to the continuity of Indian folklore.

Folkism

Ajrakh, Patola, Bandhani, Kutchi Embroidery: 4 Colorful Thread Works from Gujarat Woven through Time

Ajrakh, Patola, Bandhani, Kutchi Embroidery: 4 Colorful Thread Works from Gujarat Woven through Time Read Post »

Discover Gujarat’s vibrant cultural heritage through the exquisite art forms of Patola weaving, Bandhani tie-dye, Ajrakh, and Kutchi embroidery. These traditions, spanning centuries, showcase the rich tapestry of creativity and tradition in the region.

Folkism

“Millet”, The Sacred Grain: Tribal Wisdom & Spiritual Philosophy

Arunachal Pradesh: The Rich Folktale Tradition from the ‘Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains’

Folklore and Folktale, Exploring the Echoes of Eternity: 7 Important Reasons for Preserving the Enduring Legacy of India

Ajrakh, Patola, Bandhani, Kutchi Embroidery: 4 Colorful Thread Works from Gujarat Woven through Time