Articles on Cultural Practices
Village Deities, Ethnic Ties, and Shared Spaces in Medieval Assamese Society
By Preetima Gogoi · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2023
This article explores the complex social and cultural dynamics of medieval Assamese society, focusing on village deities, ethnic ties, and shared religious practices. It highlights the centrality of fertility worship, particularly through the reverence for…
Social Life and Cultural Practices of the Kurichchan Tribes in Dharmapuri District
By C. Chandrasekar · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2020
The Kurichchans are an endogamous tribe recognized as a Scheduled Tribe in Tamil Nadu, primarily residing in Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri districts. Originally known as Alambadi Kurichchans in Dharmapuri, they derive their name from "Kurichi" (hunting),…
Folklore in Orissa: Historical Perspectives and Cultural Significance
By R. C. Misra · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2003
The provided text discusses the study and significance of folklore in India, particularly focusing on Orissa. It traces the term "folklore" to its 19th-century origins, noting its evolution from "popular antiquities" and its association with oral traditions…
Hero Stones of Tiruvannamalai: History and Cultural Significance
By M. Amirthalingam · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 1999
Hero stones, known as virakals, birkals, tirakal, lam kokals, and nadukals in Tamil, are memorial stones erected to honor soldiers who died in battles or skirmishes, as well as those who protected villages from wild animals. The practice dates back to 600…