Mewar's Gavri Tradition: Artists perform amidst burning wicks following a 40-day penance, with unique beliefs linked to the slightest error.
The renowned Mewar folk theatre tradition, Gavri, concludes with the unique 'Gwaln-Valavan' ritual following 40 days of rigorous penance and strict adherence to traditional codes. Throughout this period, performers observe an ascetic lifestyle, abstaining