Identity of Santhal within their Music and Dance form
Dr. Saswati Sinha Babu. Assistant Professor, Saldiha College, Bankura, West Bengal 1 Santali language is the second highest speaking language in West Bengal. In India one of the six persons is Santal. But here my objective is not to discuss the Santali language. I think it is too important to locate the cultural origin and the life style of the Santal community. The Santali folk song is an important cultural theme of their community. It has saved with its own vitality from the unsafe cultural disturbs. These modest folk songs are the most valuable art of this community. They have not mislaid their culture though they are poor, suppressed and suffering from many aspects in the society. They understand that their culture is their identity and this identity will help them to take breath to live together. It should be noted that the Santal tribe community was never associate with Read More …