Indian Folk Customs and Traditions

Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Odissi are all classical Indian dance forms.

Rangoli designs are created during Diwali to welcome Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, ward off evil spirits, and bring good luck and prosperity.

Saree, Salwar Kameez, and Lehenga Choli are all traditional Indian attire for women.

Dussehra is celebrated to mark the victory of good over evil.

Sitar is a traditional Indian musical instrument played with strings.

Madhubani, Warli, and Patachitra are all traditional Indian art forms that involve painting on cloth.

Kalaripayattu, Silambam, and Gatka are all traditional Indian martial art forms known for their emphasis on self-defense.

Holi is celebrated to mark the arrival of spring.

Harmonium is a traditional Indian musical instrument played with a keyboard.

Lavani is a traditional Indian dance form that originated in the state of Maharashtra.

Rangoli is a traditional Indian art form that involves creating intricate designs using rice flour.

Pongal is celebrated to mark the harvest season.

Sarangi is a traditional Indian musical instrument played with a bow.

Terracotta is a traditional Indian art form that involves creating sculptures out of clay.

Ghoomar is a traditional Indian dance form that originated in the state of Rajasthan.