Question 1Discuss the role of folk music in preserving cultural heritage and promoting social cohesion.GS1GS1

Folk music serves as a repository of the cultural identity. Discuss the role of folk music in preserving cultural heritage and promoting social cohesion. (Answer in 150 words)

Introduction

Folkmusic and associated tradition has had a significant impact in transmission of traditional knowledge, moral ethics, creation of tribal identity and development of social society as a solute

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Role of folk music

(A) Preserving cultural heritage

1Passing on tribes of ancestors creating cultural pride. (EI): Hunda rebelling Herds being sung by Hunder

2Spread of traditional knowledge. (EI): Paanihai song of Rajasthan has used to transmit water harvesting technique

3Using songs for religious events. (EI) Songs used in Cheraw Dance - a bamboo dance in north-east

4Used unique rhythmic instruments. (EI): Pulluvan pattu in Kerala for snake god worship.

(B) Promote social cohesion

1Communal bonds and ritual enforced. (EI): God songs forcing a tribal character of nature tribal deity

2Religion as instrument of cohesion. (EI) Ramakathe songs on lord Rama especially 'kirn kinda Kandam'.

3Fostering & reducing anxiety among tribals. (EI): Songs during funeral & explanatory sites.

4Worship of leaders and heroes leading social cohesion. (EI) Naga songs at common times

— Aditya Narayan · AIR 68

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Conclusion

Hence folkemusic acts as important medium to understand Indian tribal society and attain heritage

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Well-structured with clear categorization into two main roles
Multiple examples provided with EI (Evaluation Indicators) notation
Covers both cultural preservation and social dimensions
Specific regional examples cited

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AIR 68

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