(News) Rai dance of the Bediyas tribe struggles to survive

The Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh is rich in folklore and tradition. Inhabited by numerous tribes, each with their own varied culture and customs, the region has much to showcase in terms of dance and music. Among the many folk arts that thrive here is the Rai dance of the Bediya tribe.

This is a tribe that has faced much ignominy because of a tradition of prostitution that thrives within it. Although prostitution is not as commonly practiced now as it was in the past, the tribe still has to come out of the notoriety that surrounds it.  The govt too has made many efforts towards relieving women of this community from the shackles of the past.

The folk dance of this Bediya tribe which is known as ‘Rai’ is an intrinsic part of its heritage and present day identity. The folk dance of this Bediya tribe which is known as ‘Rai’ is an intrinsic part of its heritage and present day identity.

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Courtesy : Daily Bhaskar