Chapter 8: Tribal Culture and Traditions: Indigenous Communities of Jharkhand
Chapter 8: Tribal Culture and Traditions - Indigenous Communities of Jharkhand Abstract The tribal communities of Jharkhand, India celebrate festivals, art, and dances that reflect their agricultural practices, spiritual beliefs, and community life . Festivals Sarhul : A spring festival that celebrates the new flowers of the Saal tree. People sing and dance, and worship the village deity. Holi : A colorful fertility festival celebrated in the spring. People collect sal flower blossoms and place them on their roofs. Chhatt : A tribute to the sun, usually celebrated in October or November. Art Ganju : A unique art form that depicts wild and domesticated animals, and intricate plant forms. Homes are adorned with murals featuring these animals and plants. Paitkar paintings : A special type of folk painting that depicts life after death. Dance Paika : A folk dance Chaw : A fo...