Dhokra Shilp 2
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Ganga Devi Mata – worshipped by people near water bodies.
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Banjarin Mata – worshipped by the nomadic tribes of the region.
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Basu Ga - priest for the King of Bastar.
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Ghondin Dev – Worshipped by the “Gond” tribe.
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Ghutal Dokra – A local god holding his weapon.
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Mhadin Mata – worshipped by the people of Mhadia community.
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Khodia da.
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Jadibuni Mata.
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Pardesin Mata – Goddess believed to have come from another country.
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Danteshwari Mata – Most worshipped Goddess of Bastar region.
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Jyoti Mata – surrounded by lamps.
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Mogabudin Mata – believe to reside under Moga tree.
The term "Dhokra" is believed to be deriving from the word "dhokna", which means to cast. "Dhokra Shilp" is the regional word for the craft of bell metal casting. It is one of the most distinguished craft of Chattisgarh. It is also famous for its traditional lost wax technique which has been carried forward since thousands of years of its origin. Artifacts similar to the present craft form have been discovered at the sights of Mohenjedaro and Harappa. Dhokra shilp is widely practiced by the Ghadwa community of Bastar. The handcraft includes traditional ornaments, animal and tribal figures, idols of the local deities, which are most popular in the region. Earlier bell metal crafts were used for ritualistic and daily use purposes only. Figurines of local deities in various sizes, lamps and utensils were made. Idol of Danteshwari Mata, most worshipped Goddess by the Gond tribals of Bastar, was most the common product.
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