Paag

The paag is a headdress in the Mithila region of Nepal and in northern Bihar, India. It is a symbol of honour and respect originating from Ancient Mithila in Janakpur, Nepal.

Cultural Identity of Mithila

History and style

The Paag dates back to pre-historic times when it was made of plant leaves. It exists today in a modified form.

Campaign

A campaign to promote use of the paag was begun in 2016 by Mithilalok, a Mithila cultural pressure group set up in that year. Called Paag Bachau Abhiyan (Save the Paag Campaign), Mithilalok was associated with a proposed symbolic wearing of the garment by some representatives in the Bihar Legislative Council in August 2016, and also with a move to have it recognised as an official head-dress of the state of Bihar.[1]

Paags designed and developed by Mithilalok are of different shades, colours and shapes considering fitting and suitability.

In order to demonstrate and send across the message of the Culture of Mithila and India, Paag March is held by Mithilalok wherein a large number of people take to streets wearing traditional Paag on their heads.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 Chaudhary, Pranava Kumar (31 July 2016). "Mithila's traditional 'Paag' (headgear) to reach Bihar Houses". The Times of India. Retrieved 2016-10-05.

Further reading


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