Paag
Sign in to saveThe Paag is a headdress in the Mithila region of India and Nepal worn by Maithil people. It is a symbol of honour and respect and a significant part of Maithil culture. thumb|Different colour paags on display|277x277px
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The Paag is a headdress in the Mithila region of India and Nepal worn by Maithil people. It is a symbol of honour and respect and a significant part of Maithil culture. thumb|Different colour paags on display|277x277px
==History and style== The Paag dates back to pre-historic times when it was made of plant leaves. It exists today in a modified form. The Paag is considered as a symbol of pride in Mithila. The colour of the Paag also carries a lot of significance. The red Paag is worn by the bridegroom and by those who are undergoing the sacred thread rituals. Paag of mustard colour is donned by those attending wedding ceremonies and the elders wear a white Paag.
Excerpted from Wikipedia’s “Paag” article, available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.