Volume : VIII, Issue : X, October - 2019

Dances of Manipur: Understanding Thigalnaw Dance of the Vaipheis

N. Samuel Douminthang Baite

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The paper attempts to study and understand Thigalnaw Dance of the Vaiphei tribe is a very unique one in its origin, composite style, symbolic meaning, and popularity. It articulates the origin, symbolic meaning, significance and development of the dance and also the popularity of the dance in the contemporary period and also ings forth its significance in understanding the socio–cultural and religious life of the tribe. It also pushes forward the need to give due recognition by the concern authorities (local or state government) and take steps to preserve and promote this beautiful asset of the state. The materials are collected from the review of related literature, records of Leilon Vaiphei Cultural Troupe and personal interview.

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DANCES OF MANIPUR: UNDERSTANDING THIGALNAW DANCE OF THE VAIPHEIS, N. Samuel Douminthang Baite INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH : Volume-8 | Issue-10 | October-2019

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