Our Social Values And Norms

National Days:-
The particular days in which great changes, events, or declarations have been made for the welfare of the concerned people, tribe, class, or the whole country is known as national days.There are certain days in our calendar which we observe with great enthusiasm throughout our country. These are the days of our great achievements, the days when we pay tribute to martyrs or great leaders, the days when our history took a new turn. These days have been declared as National days by the government of Nepal. Some national days are described below: Some important national days celebrated in our country are as follows :

 Martyr's Day 16th Magh
 Democracy Day 7th Falgun
 Children's Day 29th Bhadra
Constitution Day 3rd Ashoj
 Loktantra Day Baisakh 11th
 Education Day 8th September
 International Women's Day8th March
 Ganatantra Day 15th Jestha,
 Labor Day 1st May

Martyr's Day:
16th Magh is commemorated as Martyrs day in our country. It is the day when enthusiastic youths were killed for democracy by the autocratic Rana ruler. The commemoration of the martyrs continues for a week in Kathmandu. People pay homage to the martyrs all over the Nepal. In Kathmandu ministers, government officers, political leaders, and even ordinary citizens go to the Martyrs gate at Tundhikhel and offer garlands and bouquets to the busts of martyrs in honor of their contributions to democracy. They also visit Teku- pachali where Shukraraj Shastri was hanged, Siphal where Dharmabhakta was executed and Shobhagawati where Dasrath Chand and Gangalal were shot dead. Similarly, Sahid Smarak (Martyrs Memorial) at Lainchaur is the place where martyrs are honored by offering flowers, etc. Likewise, we also pay tribute to known martyrs who sacrifice their lives during the movement of 2062/63 BS, and Madesh Movement as well as the Maoist Peoples' Wars.

Democracy Day:
7th Falgun is the democracy Day in Nepal. On that day in 2007 B.S. Rana rule was overthrown and democracy was established in the country. Every year we celebrate democracy day, on this occasion, there is a public holiday. People take out a procession in every town and leaders address meetings in order to raise awareness. Different kinds of programs are launched.

Children's Day:
On 14 September 1990, (29 Bhadra), Nepal signed the International Convention on the Rights of the child 1989. We observe this day as Children's day. On this day, various programs are organized in schools and Bal Mandirs. Children are given sweets, fruits, and clothes. Speeches are made to make people aware of child rights.

Constitution Day:
The constitution day is the day on which the constitution of the country is announced and the Interim Constitution of Nepal 2063 BS was promulgated on 3rd Ashoj 2072 under the primeministership of Late Sushil Koirala. Thus, 3rd ashoj is our Constitution Day and we celebrate this day annually.

Loktantra Day:
Baisakh 11 is a red-letter day in the history of Nepal. On this day in 2063 B.S. King Gyanendra had to yield to the 1 day long People's Movement II. He had to return the state power and sovereignty to the citizens of Nepal. This day is celebrated as Loktranta Day in the country.

Education Day:
Education day used to be celebrated on Falgun 12 but from 2063 BS it is celebrated on September 8, which is the World literacy Day. On this day, people and institutions that have rendered valuable services to the cause of education are honored and awarded for a special program. In addition to this, medals and certificates of honor are awarded to those who have done Ph.D. or topped in Masters and Bachelors levels. These schools whose SLC results are best in the country or district are awarded education shields.

International Women's Day:
We celebrate International Women's day on March 8 every year to commemorate to the struggle made for the equal rights with men. Women in government service are given holiday. They organize programs to arouse awareness in women. Men and women are equal in the eye of law and both of them should be equal in society as well

Folk musical instrument
The music which is played during an event like jatras, fairs, festivals, ceremony, etc is called folk music. It is also played along with folk songs. Folk music is related to a particular place, race, religion and culture, etc. Generally, the folk musical instrument is made using the locally available means and materials. Madal, Sarangi, Jhyali, Sankha, etc are some examples of folk musical instruments. Along with folk songs, various musical instruments are also played in different festivals, jatras and ceremonies in Nepal. Like folk songs, the musical instrument also differs according to place, race, religion and culture

A brief introduction of musical instrument played in Nepal is given below:

Madal:
 Madal is one of the most popular musical instruments of the Nepalese community. This musical instrument was first used by Magar community. Later on, it gained popularity throughout the country. It is made by making a big hole in a piece of thick log and it's both open sides are covered with skin. It is carried around the waist and played with both hands.

Sarangi:
Sarangi is a traditional musical instrument introduced by Gandarva community of Kaski district which is made by khiri wood. It has four wires and is played by rubbing a bow on the wires. The people of the Gandarva community play the Sarangi along with their own local songs that talk about various incidents that happened in the country.

 Flute (Bansuri/Murali):
It is made by making a hole in a small piece of hollow bamboo pipe. It is a popular musical instrument throughout the country. It is played by blowing air with the help of our mouth.

Jhyali/Jhyamta: It is one of the musical instruments of Panchai Baja. It is made of bronze metal. It is played with our both hands.

Narasingha: It is also one of the musical instruments of Panchai Baja which is made of copper. It is long and curved like a half circle.

Sahanai: It is also a part of Panchai Baja. It is made of metal and played by blowing air with our mouth.

Nagara/Damaha: It is one of the musical instruments of Panchai Baja. It is made of copper and covered by leather. Tyamko: It is also a part of Panchai Baja. It is like Nagara but small in size.

Sankha: It is made up of a large shell of the conch found in the sea and ocean. It is played by blowing air with our mouth. It is played during puja and other religious ceremonies of the Hindus. It is also blown when the dead body is taken to ghat for cremation.

Dholak: It is made of wood which is hollow inside and covered with leather. Dhyangro: It is used by witch doctor like Dhami-jhankri and made by wood and leather. Damphu: This musical instrument is used in Tamang community and made by covering the wood with leather.

Dafali: It is used in Terai region of the Mid-West and village in Mithila. It is a circular wooden frame with one side covered with leather. It is played during Holi festival.

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Causes of extinction of Folk musical instruments:
1. The impact of western Culture.
2. Lack of institutes and training sectors.
3. Less scope for its use.
4. Lack of public awareness about its importance.

 Measures to preserve folk musical instruments:
1. The musical instruments which are in a condition of being extinct should be included in the curriculum and taught in schools and colleges.
2. The active role of Government.
3. Mass awareness about its importance.
4. Conduct folk musical competition time to time.

Classical Dance
The dance which is composed based on a particular religion usually using an established form and supposed not to be played on electric instruments. Classical music is generally considered to be serious and to have a lasting value.

The Differences between classical dance and folk dance are as follows:
                                    A.Classical dance
1. It is the dance which is performed with the help of music usually and established form which is believed not to be played on an electronic instrument.
2. It is based on the description of classical songs or music.
3. It requires particular types of steps for a particular dance.
4. It needs special costume according to nature and requirement of dance.

                                B.Folk dance
1. It is the traditional dance which is performed in a particular area or country with the help of folk music and song.
2. It is based on the folk culture of any caste and belong to particular tribes.
3. Folk dance is completely free in style and body movements as per the wish of dancers.
4. The costume of a particular community becomes costumes of folk dance of the community.

Dhan Naach:
Dhaan Naach is related to Rai and Limbu community of our country. This dance is performed by holding each other hands and forming a line or circle. Palum, the song on the occasion is sung and danced usually during harvest time of major crops.

 Dandi Dance or Phagu Dance:
 Phagu dance is related to the Tharus and other communities of central and eastern Nepal. In this dance, dancer strike their sticks and produce rhythmic music. They decorate themselves well that identify their culture and tribe. It is danced during Holi and other auspicious occasions.

 Deuda dance:
 Mid-western and mostly far-western Nepal is popular for deuda dance. It is danced in a circular manner by touching shoulders between adjacent dancers. Feet move back and forth with the song which is sung by the dancers.

Moondhum dance:
 This dance belongs to the kirants and is popular in the eastern hills. Phedangba/phe dangma or religious priests sing it in the desired tune during the dance.

Charita Dance:
 This dance belongs to the terai community mostly. It is based on the theme of epics and holy scripts of the Purans. It is danced by symbolizing the themes.

Chyabrung dance
: It is related to the limbu community of eastern Nepal. It is danced to the tune of Chyabrung.

Hopcha dance:
This dance is popular among the Rais of Dhankuta and other eastern hilly districts. It is a traditional dance on auspicious occasions.

 Maruni dance:
 This dance is popular on eastern hills. Men dress up in Maruni costumes and dance. Themes are humorous as well as religious.

Chandi Naach:
 Chandi Naach is performed by Rai or Kirant community. This dance is performed by holding each other's hands and forming a circle and dancing with the beat of the drum. It is danced during Udhauli and Ubhauli parvas. To provide a rhythmic step, Chandi songs like Sund, Dhol and Jhyamta are played.

Measures to preserve or promote classical and folk dances:
i. Public awareness highlighting the importance of classical and folk dances.
 ii. Classical and folk dances should be performed on every occasion of community and in every cultural program.
iii. Regional and National classical dance competition should be organized which helps to preserve and promote it.
 iv. Different tribes should form communities to preserve and promote their classical dances

National Hertages:
A countries heritage is all the qualities, traditions or features of life that have been continued over many years and passed on from one generation to another, especially ones that are of historical or religious importance or that have had a strong influence on society. Nepal is rich in natural and cultural heritages. United Nations educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was attracted to some heritages of Nepal. In order to preserve and promote them it gave them place in the list of the world heritages sites. There is a short description of the world heritages from Nepal. There are four sites that are listed as world heritage in Nepal.
They are:

 1. Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha
 2. Sagarmatha National Park
 3. Chitwan National Park
 4. Kathmandu Valley

Nepali Musical Instruments:
Musical Instrument produces melodious sound. They make the songs very pleasant to the ears. They are played when songs are sung during festivals, jatras, and marriages and according to the place, caste, religion and culture.
Traditional Nepali musical instruments can be divided into three general categories:
1. Percussion: These are the instruments that are hit and usually have single note but are great for rhythm,
 2. Wind: These are the instruments that have a length of air that vibrates, so are blown, and
3. String: These are the instruments that have vibrating strings of different lengths.

The descriptions about the Nepali musical instruments into these three groups are given below:

Madal:
The Madal is a very popular instruments of Nepali Life. Magars were first community to use it, but now it has become common to all communities. It is made of a hollow wooden cylinder with its both open sides covered with skin. It is hung round the waist and played with both hand

Panchai Baja :

Sahanai:
 This musical instrument is made of metal. It is played by putting it between the lips and by blowing. The music it products is very sweet. It is the leading Panchai Baja.

Tyamko:
The Tyamko is like a damaha / nagara but small in size. It is beaten by two drumsticks.

Nagara/Damaha:
 It is a large kettledrum made of copper and covered with skin. It is played by hitting with a strong stick.

Narsinga:
The Narsinga is a musical instrument like a horn. It is made of copper. It half circle in shape. It is blown at one end. The longest available narsinga is at Kaskikot, Kaski. It is about nine feet long.

Jyali/Jyamta/Jhurma:
It is made of a bronze metal. It has two pieces. It is played by hitting one piece with another.

Simply a dance is the regular movement of feet and body in a pleasing way. Some music and dance are very closely related. Music is incomplete without song and song without music is not very pleasing. Similarly, dance should be accompanied by songs and music. The combination of song, music and dance is very important. They not only captivate our heart but also remove our boredom, anxiety and agony. We feel relieved. There are two kinds of dance: classical dance and folk dance. Classical dance is based on ancient classics; whereas folk dance is based on folk song and music. Some of the examples of classical and folk dances are described below:

Ghatu Naach:
 It is popular among Gurung community. Unmarried 11 to 19 years old girls go to their guru who invokes the goddess into them who are performing the dance. The dancers sing the mantras.

Deuda Naach :
This dance originally belongs to the Mid Western and Far Western Region. It is performed forming a circle shoulder to shoulder and by holding hands of the adjacent dancers. 

Sorathi Nritya:
 This is a dance prevalent in the Gurung community. It is danced in a circle. The dancers also dance playing Madal hanging down from their waist.

Maruni Nritya:
 This dance is growing popular in the eastern hills. It is performed by men in the disguise of women. 

Devi Nritya :
This dance continues from Gaijatra to Indrajatra in the Kathmandu valley, especially in Bhaktapur. Hanuman Nritya People disguised as Hanuman, who was the devotee of Ram, perform the dance. It is in practice in Baglung, Syanjha, and other districts in the region.

Dhan Naach:
 Dhan Naach is usually practiced in the Limbu community. It is performed during the harvest, the season of the major crops. Young Limbus enthusiastically participates in the dance. They dance holding each others hand to form a circle or line. The song sung on this occasion is Palam. Sometimes, to perform this dance.

Chandi Naach:
 This dance is prevalent in the Rai community. While performing this dance Chandi song is sung with Dhol- jyamta. It occurs during the festival of Uddhauli and Ubbhauli. 

Dandi Naach:
This dance is prevalent in the east as well as the central terai. It is performed on Phagu Purnima. It is performed on Phagu Purnima. It is performed by hitting two sticks. It is called Phagu Naach also.

Gauna Nritya:
 This dance on Mithila tradition It is very popular in Janakpur region is displayed on religious occasions. Kaura Naach Kaura naach is popular among the Magars of the western region. It is accompanied by Kaura song

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