Namghar: 1 definition
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Namghar 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 ValleyNamghar is an Assamese term referring to “A prayer house”.—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.
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Search found 7 books and stories containing Namghar; (plurals include: Namghars). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Festivals and Ceremonies of the Nepalese of Assam (by Monmi Kakati)
Part 5.1.5 - Sitkalin Utsav (winter festival) and Holi < [Chapter 3 - Festivals of the Nepalese of Assam]
Vernacular architecture of Assam (by Nabajit Deka)
Namghar and Kirtan-ghar < [Chapter 8]
Islamic Community Architecture < [Chapter 8]
Community Architectures (Introduction) < [Chapter 8]
Social Folk customs of the Sonowal and Thengal Kacharis (by Suravi Gohain Duwarah)
Part 1.15 - Description of Lakhimi Tula Sabah < [Chapter 3 - Social folk customs of the Sonowal Kacharis]
Part 1.24 - Description of Sengeli Masor Sabah < [Chapter 3 - Social folk customs of the Sonowal Kacharis]
Part 7 - Changes in Traditional dresses < [Chapter 6 - Tradition and Change]
The sacred complex of Billeswar Devalaya (study) (by Rajesh Kakati)
Part 3.4 - The performance of Sankirtan < [Chapter 5 - Performing Art practiced in Devalaya]
Folklore in Cinema (study) (by Meghna Choudhury)
Part 5 - Musical Traditions and Folk Psychology < [Chapter 7 - Folklore in Films by Dr. Bhabendra Nath Saikia]
Part 4 - Customs and Traditions as Reflected in Assamese Cinema < [Chapter 6 - Assamese Cinema and Its Folkloric Elements]
Part 6 - Assamese Cinematic Music and Influence of the Folk < [Chapter 6 - Assamese Cinema and Its Folkloric Elements]
Puppetry in Assam (by Gitali Saikia)
Folk Theatre (c): Khulia Bhaona < [Chapter 6]