Author: Dr. Ajanta Jana
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/02080003
Abstract: This paper examines the multifaceted role and contribution of folk music in imagining Viksit Bharat-2047, highlighting its significance in preserving India’s cultural heritage, promoting social cohesion, and empowering marginalized communities. Folk music, encompassing diverse singing styles, traditional instruments like Tanpura, Sarangi, and Dholak, and classical and tribal dances such as Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, Chhau, and Gaur Maria, conveys traditional knowledge, cultural exchange, and shared human experiences. Through its rich tapestry of sounds, rhythms, and movements, folk music fosters community engagement, social bonding, and cultural identity, providing a platform for marginalized communities to express themselves. This research underscores the importance of documenting and digitizing folk music and dance traditions, establishing training centres and workshops, promoting folk arts in education and cultural policies, and supporting folk artists and artisans through livelihood initiatives. By embracing and celebrating folk music and arts, India can strengthen its cultural foundation, foster national unity, and promote social cohesion, ultimately shaping a vibrant, inclusive, and culturally rich nation by 2047. The significance of folk music and arts in imagining Viksit Bharat-2047 cannot be overstated, as they will continue to inspire generations, nurturing a sense of shared identity, cultural pride, and national purpose. This study provides valuable insights into the role of folk music in shaping India’s cultural identity and contributes to the discourse on the importance of preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage. By recognizing the value of folk music and arts, India can harness its cultural diversity to build a brighter future, where tradition and innovation coexist in harmony.
Keywords:Vikasit Bharat, Folk Music, Folk Singing of India, Folk Instruments of India, Folk Dances of India.
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