Ja-chang, Jachang: 1 definition

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Ja-chang 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: Mandala Texts: Alcohol Culture in Bhutan

Ja-chang (ཇ་ཆང་) refers to a type of alcoholic drink, known as Chang (ཆང་), which is an important part of Bhutanese culture, especially in the eastern districts.—Jachang is used in the following situation:—Like toh-chang alcohol is also served after tea, especially during festive and ceremonial occasions. It is called ja-chang where ja refers to tea. Alcohol is served after the tea.

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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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