Bar-ghar: 1 definition
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Bar-ghar means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: Shodhganga: Vernacular architecture of Assam with special reference to Brahmaputra Valley1) Bar-ghar is an Assamese term referring to “the main residential unit of a homestead”.—It appears in the study dealing with the vernacular architecture (local building construction) of Assam whose rich tradition is backed by the numerous communities and traditional cultures.
2) Bar-ghar is also a Tai Turung term referring to “the residential house”.
3) Bar-ghar is also a Rabha term referring to “main house”.
4) Bar-ghar is also a Rabha term referring to “main house of Dahuri Rabha”.
5) Bar-ghar is also a Tiwa term referring to “altar containing house of plains Tiwa”.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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Vernacular architecture of Assam (by Nabajit Deka)
Sonowal Kachari Vernacular Architecture < [Chapter 7]
Rabha Vernacular Architecture < [Chapter 7]
Tiwa Vernacular Architecture < [Chapter 7]