In Arunachal Pradesh
festivals are celebrated throughout the year...In fact festivals
form an essential part of the life of the tribals. Most of the festivals
are related to agriculture and celebrated in a ritualistic manner.
Festivals are celebrated either to thank God for his divine intervention
or to pray for a good harvest. Dances form an essential part of
their festivals and are performed to express their joy of life.
Some of the important festivals are Mopin and Solung of Adis, Losar
of Monpas, Sherdukpens and Boori-Boot of the Hill Miris, Dree of
Apatanis, Si-doni of Tagins, Nyokum of Nishis, Reh of Idu Mishmis
etc. Animal sacrifice is a habitual ritual in all festivals. |
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