Rock Art and Tribal Art of Madhya Pradesh – Tribal Myths and Beliefs
The numerous forms of visual art still present among the Pachmarhi tribes and in other parts of Madhya Pradesh have certain motifs in common with the rock art, with distinct variations due to the specificity of the art considered. Such as pitheras or mundas, have certain motifs in common with the rock art. As they are still in use, it is possible to know about their precise meanings purposes and belief. Ethnological comparisons such as these are always fraught with dangers and necessitate much caution. They may however open up perspectives as to the lost meanings of the rock art, particularly about its most recent manifestations.
Minakshi D. Pathak.