In Maharashtra, what is the traditional name for colorful decorative patterns made on the ground during festivals?
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Rangoli
Rangoli is a traditional Indian art form where vibrant patterns are created on the floor using materials like colored rice, sand, or flower petals to welcome deities and guests. In Maharashtra, these designs are especially prominent during the festival of Diwali and are believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the home. The practice serves as both a spiritual offering and a beautiful display of communal artistic heritage.
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