| http://sh.st/wB3PO |
Tribes
The
people belonging to Baloch tribe speak balochi language. Balochi language is an
ancient language. Its roots are traced back to Iranian branch of Indo-European
family. It has resemblance with
languages such as Sansikrat, Avesta, Old Persian and Phalavi, which now a days
are said to be as dead languages. This tribe is further divided in to
v Rind
v Lashar
v Marri
v Jamot
v Ahmedzai
v Bugti
v domki
v Magsi
v Khosa
v Rakhashani
v Dashti Umrani
v Nosherwani
v Gichki
v Buledi
v Sanjarani
v Khidai
The
tribe has a head known as “sardar”, the sub divided tribes also have heads
known as “Malik” or “Takari” or “Mir”. These tribe heads are members of
districts and local Jirgas.
Marriages
In
Baloch culture marriages are different and unique than in the other provinces
of the country. The marriages are according to Islamic principles in presence
of a Mullana along with the presence of witnesses. Every member of the family
takes part in the marriage; they express their joy and happiness by following
the traditions of their culture. Usually the marriages are done in young ages
(teenage) but are arranged in early childhood or at birth. There is a very low
or negligible ratio of love marriages as this is not appreciated across the
culture in all tribes. Usually the marriages take place within tribes but at
times intra tribal marriages are also conducted. Divorce rate is very low in
the Baluchistan as compared to the other provinces of Pakistan because they
consider is a matter of disrespect for the family and honor of the tribe.
Different rituals are celebrated in different tribes. In some tribes there is a
tradition of takings “Valver”, it is a sum of money paid by the groom to the
family of the bride.
Dressing
Like
all the other provinces of Pakistan the national dress shalwar kameez with
distinct additions and modifications are worn in Baloch culture. The people
dress up very pleasingly and in the same way in all the tribes. Turban is the
common headwear of Bloch men along with wide loose shalwar along with knee-long
shirts. Females dress consists of a shirt having a big pocket and embroidery
and embedded round mirror work in front. A big Dupatta/ Chaddar is taken to
cover the head and shoulders.
Festivals
Both
religious and social festivals are celebrated by Baloch people. The religious
festivals are same as across the country like Eid-ul-Azha and Eid-ul-Fiter.
These religious festivals are celebrated by decorating houses wearing new
dresses cooking special dishes. Baloch culture is full of many social festivals
like Sibi festival which has folk music performance, cultural dances,
handicrafts stalls, cattle shows and a number of other entertaining activities
showing the colorful side of Baloch people. Buzkashi is another festival
showing rather enhancing the bravery tactfulness and bravery of Baloch people.
It is celebrated on horse-back by two teams that use their skills to snatch a
goat from the each other.
Music
Baloch
culture is rich in folk music dances and songs. Famous wedding songs of Baloch
culture are Nazenk and Salonk. The instruments used are mainly a flute, locally
called Nal, Tamboora and Soroz. A common Baloch folk dance is known as Dochaap.
Women also move in a circle clapping their hands on certain occasions. Other
dances include the Lewa, Latti and Hambo.
Food
Usually
Baloch people have meals in morning and evening. Men and women eat separately.
Wheat, millet and rice are part of the Baloch meal. Meat is also an important
part; “Sajji” is the favorite dish of most people. Sajji is the food eaten with
knife other than that Baloch people usually eat with hands. Milk, butter and
vegetables are also part of Baloch cuisine.
Sports
Popular
games include chauk, and Ji. Also games like wrestling, horse racing, shooting
and hunting pastimes among the wealthier people of tribes. Card games and
gambling are also popular among groups of some tribes.
