Socio-Cultural Environment of Changpa Nomads of Changthang Region (Ladakh)
Journal Title: International Journal of Agricultural Science and Research (IJASR) - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 4
Abstract
The present study was aimed at people of Changthang, known as Changpa or Drukpa, who are nomadic shepherds. Majority of the Changpa nomads lived in rebo (tents) made from yak wool and their lives were centered around their livestock. They roam from one pastureland to another, trading meat, wool and unprocessed cashmere. Data also revealed that 100% of the women respondents were celebrating losar festival. Losar festival marks the beginning of New Year in ladakh. All the Changthangi women wear ladakhi traditional dress Gonchas. Majority of the respondents prayer occasionally
Authors and Affiliations
Tashi Dolkar, Hummara Azim
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