What is the meaning of Bhutia?
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Bhutia (also Bhot, Bhotia, Bhute) is a generic term that identifies several socially unrelated groups of India’s northern mountain rim. The name Bhutia, thought to be derived from “Bhot” or “Bod,” which means “Tibet,” reflects the Bhutia’s origins.
What is the occupation of Bhutia tribe?
They practice a terraced agriculture on the mountain slopes, their main crops being rice, corn (maize), and potatoes. Some of them are animal breeders, known for their cattle and yaks. Most Bhutia practice a form of Tibetan Buddhism, a Central Asian–Himalayan version of Vajrayana.
What is the folk dance of Sikkim?
Limboo or Subba is a traditional folk dance of the Sikkimese. In this dance, the dancers hang the ‘Chyap-brungs’, a musical instrument around their necks.
What is famous food of Sikkim?
Most of the Sikkimese people are meat eaters. Varity of fresh n processed meats of mutton,beef,pork chicken and fish are feasted in almost every meal. Locally fermented beverage such as Arra ( Homemade Whiskey), and Chaang / Tongba (Fermented Millet) also compliments the Sikkimese cuisine .
What do the Bhutias call Sikkim?
Bhutias speak Sikkimese, which is also referred to as Dranjongke, written in the Tibetan script, proper.
What is mask dance of Sikkim?
The Lama dances or Chham is a masked dance performed by Buddhist lamas (monks) during special occasions like the Pang Lhabsol festival. During the Pang Lhabsol festival the Sikkimese remind Mount Khanchendzonga of the promise made to the 8th century Saint Guru Padmasambhava to protect Sikkim forever.
Who are the singers of South Sikkim?
Name of Singers: Ganga Mukhiya and Geeta Sharma Recorded by: KVK South Sikkim Collected and recorded by ; Gajendra Dhungel, Programme Assistant (Computer),: Dr. Chewang N. Bhutia, SMS (Animal husbandry),: Pravesh Shivakoty, SMS (Plant Protection) 25 STATE: Sikkim KVK: West Sikkim
Who are the Bhutias in Sikkim?
Thus Sikkim has become a state of multi-racial inhabitants. The oldest people residing here are the Rongs or Lepchas who migrated via Assam to this mountain state. Next came the Khampas from the Tibetan province of Kham, they are now commonly known as Bhutias.
What is the official language of Sikkim?
The official language of Sikkim is English. The Lingua-franca is however Nepalese which closely resembles Hindi. The Lepcha language belongs to the Tibeto-Burman family. The languages of the Bhutias, Limbu, Murmi, Magar, Khamba and Mewar also belong to it. Education is giving vey high priority.
What is the significance of Ganga mountain in Sikkim?
This mountain represents the birth place of the Lepchas and is the presiding deity of Sikkim responsible for the peace and prosperity of the land and the people.