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From Durga Puja to Kumbh Mela, here’s a peek inside India’s rich intangible heritage
India’s heritage and culture are so much more than just monuments and sites; it is reflected in everything from oral traditions, performing arts, social practices and festive events. According to UNESCO, intangible heritage represents inherited traditions from the past but also contemporary rural and urban practices that are inclusive, representative and community-based. On this World Heritage Day, here is a glimpse of India’s intangible heritage.
Ramlila
An amalgamation of song, dance and drama, Ramlila, literally “Rama’s play,” is the staging of the holy text ‘Ramayana,’ which was composed by poet Tulsidas. It is performed across northern India, during the festival of Dussehra which celebrates the victory of good over evil and typically lasts for ten to twelve days. It reenacts episodes from the Ramacharitmanas, culminating in a series of dramatic scenes that are enthralling and visually striking. The audience is encouraged to participate in singing and narration, and the festival brings together people from all walks of life, regardless of their caste, religion, or age. Villagers enthusiastically participate in various activities related to the festival, such as making masks and costumes, preparing effigies, make-up, and lights. The most popular Ramlilas are performed in Ayodhya, Ramnagar, Benares, Vrindavan, Almora, Sattna and Madhubani. Read More…
