FOLK ARTS OF INDIA: A STUDY

Abstract [English]

The folk arts of India are a natural expression of the country’s cultural diversity and the life of its people. These arts have developed in different regions, inspired by loc al traditions, beliefs, festivals, and nature. Folk painting traditions such as Madhubani, Warli, Pattachitra, Phad, and Gond are the result of collective experiences and knowledge passed down from generation to generation. The use of natural colors, symbols, and simple line drawings is a major characteristic of these arts. Folk arts are not only an expression of aesthetic sense but also protectors of social values and cultural identity. Despite the impact of the market and globalization in modern times, their importance remains intact, and the need for their preservation has become even greater.Folk art is a form of popular creative expression of the human mind, which takes shape through forms and is expressed through lines. It is deeply woven into our daily lives in various forms that we use in our homes during festivals and celebrations as means of expressing our inner self. Regardless of caste or religion, folk art is that space in life where our soul resides, because the soul is connected with every expression that is natural and simple. This simplicity and spontaneity are the core essence of folk art. Therefore, the culture of any country or region can be understood through its folk art, folk songs, folk dances, and folk languages. In these forms, human beings find the complete material for their thoughts and social development. All the experiences reflected in folk paintings become the subjects of folk art.