Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Jharkhand is associated with the traditional Mandar percussion instrument, which has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Geographical Indications Registry, Chennai. Mandar is a double-headed percussion instrument deeply connected with the tribal and folk traditions of the state. Its cylindrical body is traditionally made from red soil and has two leather-covered openings. The instrument is commonly played during festivals, religious ceremonies, agricultural celebrations, social gatherings and folk performances. Its distinctive sound results from the combination of soil, leather and traditional craftsmanship. The GI recognition provides legal protection to its geographical identity while also promoting the heritage and traditional skills of local artisans.