Gikiyana-pangitwa: 1 definition
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Gikiyana-pangitwa 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: archive.org: Glossary of Sinhalese Folk Terms appearing in the Service Tenure RegisterGikiyana-pangitwa:—Tenement held by tenants whose service consists in singing at Dewale on “ Kenmura ” days and on festivals, and in the performance of the Digge-netima, which latter is a service performed by women. The songs generally relate to the exploits of the Dewiyo. The men sing and play on cymbals, drums, etc., and the women dance. The ordinary tom-tom-beater is not allowed to play for dancers of this class, which is supposed to be of Tamil origin.
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