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Siddhis in India can be broadly classified on the basis of their language or religion. In Karnataka, most Siddhis speak a dialect of Konkani at home but they can also speak Kannada and Hindi. Out of these, very few manage to speak English. There is very little trace of any African language found…
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There is one material that can lend form to objects as diverse as a piece of jewellery, a drainpipe, or a roof tile, it is baked earth, commonly known as terracotta. Versatile and beautiful, terracotta products have a fascinating history that can be traced back to the coastal villages and towns…
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This article attempts to follow the timeline and origins of the 'Police Patel system' and trace its transition to the Karnataka Village Defence Parties Act, 1964. It also tries to place the system in context of the changing political and social climate in South India and Karnataka from pre-…
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The rich art of Bidar, bidri, is a legacy that has been carried forward for more than 400 years. With each passing year, bidri has undergone several changes at all levels of production. While some of the craft traditions have undergone massive change, or over a period, been erased from history…
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Saubhagya Pai: Could you tell us a bit about yourself and this village?
Diyug Siddhi: I am Diyug Siddhi. I, along with my parents, brother and three sisters moved to this village of Tottilgundi from Nagashettikoppa near Haliyal in the year 1969. We were the only people in this village then, but…
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Introduction by Dr Manorama B. N.
Mantapa is a popular name among the female role players in Yakshagana. He has performed on 1000 stages as a female impersonator. He did many commendable experiments in Yakshagana. Mantapa fulfilled the dream of Shatavadhani R. Ganesh by successfully conducting…
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The article introduces briefly with all the various elements that come together and form the puppet play of Yakshagana on stage.
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