Chhattisgarh’s Republic Day Tableau Depicts Ancient Tribal Tradition of Bastar

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 26th Jan. Chhattisgarh’s tableau in the 75th Republic Day parade showcased the 600-year-old tribal tradition of community decision-making in the Bastar region.

This tableau highlighted the democratic consciousness and traditional democratic values that have existed in tribal communities since ancient times, as well as the story of the origin and evolution of democracy in India.

The tableau specifically depicted the ancient tribal form of Parliament in Bastar known as “Muria Darbar”.

This tradition, which is more than 600 years old, has played a significant role in the famous “Bastar Dussehra” festival. There is evidence to suggest that the tradition of “Muria Darbar” dates back to primitive times.

On the rear side of the tableau, there was a representation of a place called “Limau Raja” located in Bade Dongar, the ancient capital of Bastar.

According to folklore, in ancient times when there were no kings, the tribal community would make decisions by placing a lemon on a throne made of stones. This tradition eventually evolved into the “Muria Darbar”.

To depict the traditional arts and crafts, the tableau was adorned with “bell-metal and terracotta artifacts”.