Bodo: A Precedence of the Vedic Civilization is a scholarly work by Dr. Binay Kumar Brahma. It seeks to find out the affinities of the Bodos to the Indo-Aryan speaking people of India from linguistic, historical and socio-cultural point of view.
Wild jackfruit is not a common fruit but it is found in certain places in Assam especially in the forests. The one in the picture is from Tipkai under Kokrajhar district.
Jaliputli Haba is one of the traditional worship practices of the Bodos where two idols, bride and groom, made out of straw, are decorated with new clothes and wreaths, then wedded. It is then considered auspicious, believed to have the power of blessing.
Jaliputli Haba is a sacred festival where two idols, bride and groom are invoked through rituals, singing and dancing around it. A community feast follows the rituals and merry-making. This is not a common festival for the entire community.
Jaliputli Haba is one of the ancient worship practices of the Bodos where two idols, bride and groom are made out of straw and decorated with new clothes and wreaths for worship. Men, women, young and old take part in singing and dancing around the altar.
Jaliputli Haba, wedding of fake idols, is one of the ancient worship practices of the Bodos. It is celebrated in summer (May/June) to invoke the rain God for sufficient rain and good crops. It is still celebrated in Jarkona village under Kamrup district.
Jaliputli Haba is one of the traditional worship practices of the Bodos. Two idols - groom and bride, made out of straw, decorated with new clothes and garlands are wedded. It is then placed auspiciously in one of the families courtyard for worship.