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Launda Naach: A Fading Folk Dance Tradition
Launda Naach is a traditional folk dance form from the Bhojpuri region where male dancers impersonate female characters....
KnowBiharLaung-Latta: The Clove-Kissed Sweet Pastry
Laung-Latta, or Lavang Latika, is a traditional Bihari sweet pastry, stuffed with khoya and nuts, sealed with a clove, and soaked in sugar syrup....
KnowBiharThe Legacy of Ahimsa: Bihar's Gift to the World
Bihar is the land where the principle of Ahimsa (non-violence) was profoundly shaped and propagated by two of the world's greatest spiritual leaders, Lord Buddh...
KnowBiharThe Enduring Legacy of Maithili Literature
From the medieval poetry of Vidyapati to the modern novels of Nagarjuna, Maithili literature boasts a rich and continuous tradition....
KnowBiharThe Linguistic Diversity of Bihar
Bihar is a land of many tongues, with a rich tapestry of languages and dialects like Maithili, Magahi, Bhojpuri, and Angika....
KnowBiharThe Literary Heritage of Bhojpuri
Beyond its famous cinema and music, the Bhojpuri language has a rich and often overlooked literary tradition, from folk tales to modern poetry....
KnowBiharLitti Chokha: The Soul Food of Bihar
The quintessential dish of Bihar, Litti Chokha is a rustic and flavorful meal consisting of roasted wheat balls stuffed with sattu, served with a side of mashed...
KnowBiharMadhubani Painting: The Art of Mithila
Madhubani art (or Mithila painting) is a style of painting, practiced in the Mithila region of the Indian subcontinent......
KnowBiharMagahi: The Language of Ancient Magadha
Explore the history and cultural significance of Magahi, a language with deep roots in the ancient kingdom of Magadha, the heart of major Indian empires....
KnowBiharMaha Shivaratri: The Great Night of Shiva
Maha Shivaratri is celebrated with immense devotion across Bihar, with devotees fasting and thronging Shiva temples for night-long prayers....
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