concept   masks
culture   India
statement   In India, masks serve multiple purposes including protection, traditional theater, religious ceremonies, and storytelling in festive dances.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 carnival masks India Uncommon and not traditionally used in festive occasions 1
2 face mask India Worn to protect against dust and pollution, especially during transportation commutes 1
3 gas masks India Limited use in specific occupational safety contexts 1
4 mask dances India Featured in various traditional dance forms like Kathakali and Chhau, often portraying historical or mythical themes 1
5 mask-making India Associated with traditional theater and religious ceremonies 1
6 masks during festivals India In India, masks are used in various folk and classical dances as a means of storytelling and character representation during festive celebrations. 1
7 theatrical masks India Used in classical Indian dance performances to depict various characters and mythological figures 1