What is ‘Pithora’?

What is ‘Pithora’? Correct Answer Tribal Painting

The correct answer is Pithora.

Key Points

  • Pithora is a ritualistic painting done on the walls by the Rathwa and Bhilala tribes who live in central Madhya Pradesh.
  • Pithora paintings are executed on three inner walls of their houses.
  • These paintings have significance in their lives and executing the Pithora paintings in their homes brings peace, prosperity, and happiness.
  • There is never an attempt to imitate nature: a horse or a bull, which might be a vision of a god, impresses him with only one central quality.
  • Pithora paintings are more of a ritual than an art form.
  • These rituals are performed either to thank God or for a wish or a boon to be granted.

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