An introduction to the folk art of Uttar Pradesh "Chauk Poorna" made on auspicious occasions

Abstract

Strengthening the cultural heritage of India, the centre of many religions and cultures, the birthplace of Ram and Krishna, Uttar Pradesh still keeps its ancient culture alive. With the development of Indian culture and art, various folk arts flourished in this region of Ganga-Yamuna. In Uttar Pradesh, folk art (Chaukpoorna) is specially made on auspicious occasions. The purpose of making it is to invite the gods and goddesses and provide them a seat. In the altar made at the place of worship, geometric shapes are made on the surface of the ground using dry flour, it is called Chauk, it is also called Dhuli Chitra. Along with this, it is made for happiness, prosperity, beauty and auspiciousness, here symbols related to special occasions, celebrations, rituals, rites, festivals are marked. This folk art has a direct connection with human emotions, so it has been made traditionally. The presented research paper is with special reference to the folk art of Uttar Pradesh "Chaukpoorna" made on auspicious occasions.