Rangoli is an art of decorating a floor or ground using flower petals, Rangoli powder, rice, or flour. The word Rangoli comes from a Sanskrit word “Rangavali” that denotes a design, sculpture, pattern or painting. The root origin of Rangoli belongs to the Indian Subcontinent. In India, people draw Rangoli during occasions like Diwali, Gudi Padwa, Onam, Pongal, and other major Hindu festivals.
Rangoli design keeps much importance during festivals People draw Rangoli to welcome God and Goddess to their home for good luck and prosperity.
What is Rangoli made of?
Rangoli is a coarse powder obtained by pounding a cleavable and lustrous mineral (shirgola). In the Konkan region (near Maharashtra and Goa states in India) the husks of rice are burnt and the white ash obtained is used as rangoli.
Source: forumforhinduawakening.org
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