Title : Ramman : Folk Theatre of Uttarakhand and its Social Relevance

Authors:- Vishavpriya/Dr. Pinki Arora

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Vishavpriya/Arora Dr. Pinki,”Ramman : Folk Theatre of Uttarakhand and its Social Relevance“, Published in SHODHAAMRIT, ISSN-3048-9296(Online), Volume-1 | Issue-1 , Jan.-June 2024, Page No. :-54-59. URL: https://shodhaamrit.gyanvividha.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Vishavpriya-Dr.-Pinki-Arora-Shodhaamrit-jan-june-2024pp54-59.pdf

Abstract : The post-independence rediscovery and re-evaluation of indigenous forms of literature and performing arts have revived the attention and support of the government and state Sangeet Natak Academies. Though India is famously the country of Natyashastra, the art of theatre and performance has been the main component of its social structure, whether performed on stage or between the boundaries of four walls by women. It has been the source of both education and entertainment altogether.  It is a holistic and composite art form containing dance, music, performances, recitations, and peasantry festivals. Ramman is a North Indian theatrical performance, which has its roots in the native culture of Uttarakhand. It is colourful, spirited, splendid, and mystic and tries to relive the themes of Ramayana and the region’s heroic battles. It is a social tool for the pahadi region to come together and celebrate their regional, religious, social, and racial identity. The paper will attempt to discuss the origin and development of Ramman and its various existing forms in the region.

Keywords: Folk, multiplicity, Ramayan’s version, indigenous forms, holistic.

Publication Details:

Journal : SHODHAAMRIT(शोधामृत)

ISSN : 3048-9296 (Online)

Published In : Volume-1 | Issue-1, Jan.-June 2024

Page Number(s) : 54-59

Publisher Name :

 Mrs Anubha Chaudhary | https://shodhaamrit.gyanvividha.com | ISSN-3048-9296(Online)