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Looking in to the evolution of Maang Tikka

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Looking in to the evolution of Maang Tikka

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  1. Looking in to the evolution of Maang Tikka

  2. Deep meaning associated with Maang Tikka • It is said that according to Vedas, the forehead of humans is the place of Ajna Chakra, the place where wisdom resides, it is also called the third eye. • Maang tikka is placed exactly in the middle position of the woman’s forehead. • The literal meaning of ‘maang’ is the middle part of the forehead and ‘tikka’ means the ornament that is worn by the women between their foreheads. • There is the significance of wearing the maang tikka that it represents the ability of women to control their emotions and helps to increase the power of concentration.

  3. Story associated with origin of maang tikka • Maang tikka come into existence long ago in the ancient time when the king victorious during war smeared the forehead including the middle part of the head of his queen with the blood of the enemy to protect it maang tikka worn by them. • So basically, it is believed that the maang tikka is worn by women to protect themselves from any negative energy or evil eye. • It also signifies the holy union between husband and wife. • Maang tikka is mostly worn by the brides on the wedding day as a part of solahshringar. • Over the year maang tikka has grabbed the position of holy matrimony in Hindu tradition.

  4. The tradition of Maang Tikka • Maang tikka is worn by women of different traditions, it is a signature headpiece for women of Rajputs Muslims to Punjabi everyone. • Rajput ladies of Rajasthan wear polki and gold drops. • Muslim women’s favorite is jhoomar in chandelier style or passa made of kundan and stones. • Punjabi bride loves their Chand Bali or moon-shaped tikka. Rani Vinita Singh from the royal family of Patiala said that maang tikka is a very important piece of ornament which is the traditional part of their royal garb.

  5. Maang Tikka Then and Now • The style of maang tikka has evolved a lot with time maang tikka is not limited to a staple of Indian brides anymore. • Maang tikka has made its mark even among global influencers like Kim Kardashian. You may have seen her pairing maang tikka once with a white sheath gown and another time with a grey co-ord set. • The design and size of traditional maang tikkahave also evolved.

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