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Existence of Supernatural Beings in Rituals: An Ethnographic Study of the Koch Birth Ritual of Assam
By: KAUSHIK DAS – The purpose of this paper is to shed light on birth ceremonies of the Koches of Assam in their socio-cultural context. The birth ceremony is a crucial life cycle ritual that serves as a personal emblem for their folk religiosity while also carrying their collective identity. By analysing Koch’s birth ritual,…
Exploring the Cultural Traditions and Beliefs Surrounding Ante-Natal, Post-Natal, and Postpartum Periods
By: SAKSHI GARG, ANIL KISHORE SINHA – This study had focused on exploring the cultural traditions and beliefs surrounding the ante-natal, post-natal, and postpartum periods. Pregnancy and childbirth are significant life events that are associated with different cultural beliefs and practices, which can vary across regions, ethnicities, and religions. Understanding these cultural traditions and beliefs,…