Li and Libuh: Folk Music of NagalandImage Gallery
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Li is a folk song form practiced by the Chokri people known as Chakhesang tribesmen of Nagaland. Lis are unique and specific to the agrarian lifestyle of the people. Some lis are accompanied by musical instruments, the most notable of which is the indigenous instrument known as the libuh. The…
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Since time immemorial, Nagas have been known to love music and it has remained an integral part of every occasion. It is believed that Naga ancestors often communicated with one another by singing in different tunes and expressions. Though Naga history lacks written records, oral history…
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Li is a way of life. It is popularly sung at festivals and is also a form of folk media through which cultural values are passed down through generations. I talked about the dying art of the Chokri Li (folk songs) with my friend Mr Ruyosuyi D.Vadeo. We discussed how unfortunate it is that…
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Nagaland, the land of festivals is a vibrant state in the northeastern part of India. The state is known for its love for music and has indigenous musical instruments. The oral tradition is kept alive through folk media with a vast repository of tales and songs. Naga folk songs are both…
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The Hindu temple, since its earliest inception, has not only been the abode of the gods and goddesses but also an expression of the brilliance of Indian vernacular architecture and sculptural tradition. The temple as a devalaya, or the ‘house of god’, served as a primary site for devotion or…
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A Study of Ajanta Paintings
Prosperity in this World Instead of Nirvāṇa?
Understanding the Arrangement of the Paintings in the Caves of Ajanta and Their Comparative Soteriological Significance in Terms of Relevance or Irrelevance for Enlightenment
Monika Zin
It is a matter…
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