Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Kumaon in the Indian Himalayas is the birthplace of the well-known ritualistic folk art known as Aipan . The art is mostly performed at rites, ceremonies and important occasions in the home. According to practitioners, it calls forth a divine force that repels evil and gives luck. The art form is very imperative in terms of religion, culture and society. This paper explores the impact of Aipan art on cultural identity in Uttarakhand.The study aims to understand how this traditional art form contributes to cultural preservation and economic development.
Authors: MAMTA JOSHI LOHUMI -, POOJA JOSHI -
Institution: Kumaun University
Language: English
Topic: Crafts, Textile, and Design
Subfield: Museology
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4404506782