What are the contribuitions of bihu to assam culture ? (in points)
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What are the contributions of Bihu to the culture of Assam? The question needs slight modification, because, Bihu itself represents one dimension of Assamese culture. Infact Bihu is one of the most vibrant part of Assamese culture. You can't talk about Assamese culture excluding Bihu. Bihu adds colour and life to Assamese society. Legendary singer Bhupen Hazarika wrote in one of his song that Bihu (Bohag Bihu) is the life line of Assamese society and it provides courage to the common people. Indeed this statement is true. Bihu is identity of Assamese people and it reflects inner vibrant nature of them.
If outsiders of Assam are to be introduced to its culture, then any Assamese people would tell them proudly about Bihu. Once, there was a saying that Assam is known for three ‘B’s, namely Brahmaputra, Bhupen Hazarika and ofcourse Bihu. Why Bihu is so important? Let's look at the essence of Bihu for Assamese society.
Apparantly Bihu is a traditional festival of Assam relating to seasonal changes and the agrarian society of olden period. But it is much more. Like any other society in the days of yore, Assamese society was also primarily an agrarian one. The three Bihus celebrated during different times of the year also indicate different phases of life of the agrarian people throughout the year.
The Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu is celebrated in the month of April ( in the spring season) prior to the season of cultivation. In this period nature herself dons a new look. It is the season of love and joy. So, obviously in the backdrop of lovely nature, love blossoms amongst the young boys and girls. Amidst the pristine nature, by the river banks, behind the trees, at wide paddy field, they dance and sing to their hearts content. Young boys and girls fall in love and may select their life partner here in the bihu- field(Bihutoli). This is how bihu dance and songs originated in the wild woods of Assam. On the other hand this Bihu is also a preparation for the upcoming agricultural season. One day of traditional seven day long Bihu-celebration is dedicated for cow,which is known as Garu Bihu. We know how important cow is for traditional way of cultivation.
The second bihu known as Kati bihu and celebrated in the month of Kartika(September/October) is solemn in nature. This is mainly related to agriculture, and Assamese people pray for well-being of their paddy field by lighting earthen lamps in the paddy fields. The third bihu, Bhogali or Magh Bihu celebrated in the month of January and is again a time of absolute joy and merriment. This falls after the harvesting period and hence people are naturally feel happy, fulfilled and content.
Now a days Bihu, particularly the Rongali bihu has gone through many transformation. It is commercialized and bihu dance has got a choreographed form and many purists believe it has lost its original relevance and charm. Still bihu dance and songs remain as identity of Assam and Assamese. On the other hand, in bihu, one can find out the roots of the Assamese community even today.
If outsiders of Assam are to be introduced to its culture, then any Assamese people would tell them proudly about Bihu. Once, there was a saying that Assam is known for three ‘B’s, namely Brahmaputra, Bhupen Hazarika and ofcourse Bihu. Why Bihu is so important? Let's look at the essence of Bihu for Assamese society.
Apparantly Bihu is a traditional festival of Assam relating to seasonal changes and the agrarian society of olden period. But it is much more. Like any other society in the days of yore, Assamese society was also primarily an agrarian one. The three Bihus celebrated during different times of the year also indicate different phases of life of the agrarian people throughout the year.
The Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu is celebrated in the month of April ( in the spring season) prior to the season of cultivation. In this period nature herself dons a new look. It is the season of love and joy. So, obviously in the backdrop of lovely nature, love blossoms amongst the young boys and girls. Amidst the pristine nature, by the river banks, behind the trees, at wide paddy field, they dance and sing to their hearts content. Young boys and girls fall in love and may select their life partner here in the bihu- field(Bihutoli). This is how bihu dance and songs originated in the wild woods of Assam. On the other hand this Bihu is also a preparation for the upcoming agricultural season. One day of traditional seven day long Bihu-celebration is dedicated for cow,which is known as Garu Bihu. We know how important cow is for traditional way of cultivation.
The second bihu known as Kati bihu and celebrated in the month of Kartika(September/October) is solemn in nature. This is mainly related to agriculture, and Assamese people pray for well-being of their paddy field by lighting earthen lamps in the paddy fields. The third bihu, Bhogali or Magh Bihu celebrated in the month of January and is again a time of absolute joy and merriment. This falls after the harvesting period and hence people are naturally feel happy, fulfilled and content.
Now a days Bihu, particularly the Rongali bihu has gone through many transformation. It is commercialized and bihu dance has got a choreographed form and many purists believe it has lost its original relevance and charm. Still bihu dance and songs remain as identity of Assam and Assamese. On the other hand, in bihu, one can find out the roots of the Assamese community even today.
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