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/ March 7, 2017

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Unique Tribal Wedding Customs

 
/ June 15, 2011

In Orissa, men and women gather and choose spouses on the spot, removing the need for a dowry.

The Dying Beat of the Dhol Drum

 
/ February 21, 2011

‘Dhol’ players are not performing as much anymore in Gairsen because of a preference for recorded music.

Nandashtami: A Celebration Of The Girl Child

 
/ January 17, 2011

A Himalayan festival brings a rare chance for girls to be appreciated by their family in Uttarakhand

Women CelebrateFreedom Fest

 
/ September 14, 2010

Rural women in India’s Maharashtra state get to play and dance – normally considered a taboo – on Nag Panchami.

Tradition VictimisesHaryana Women

 
/ September 6, 2010

In a shocking tradition, women in rural Haryana are forced to walk barefoot for 12 days to mourn a death in the family while men can wear shoes.

Tribals PreserveGoan Craft

 
/ August 18, 2010

Coconut is used widely in Goa, but it’s only the tribals such as Gawdas who still weave mats out of coconut fronds.