Chasuma Sili as a Symbol of Ecological Consciousness in Kirant Rai Culture

Abstract

The present dissertation entitled "Chasuma Sili as a symbol of Ecological Consciousness" focuses on the relationship between nature and humanity and emphasizes the sustainable use of nature, rejecting Western industrialism and capitalism. It emphasizes the interdependence between nature and humanity and seeks appropriate space in nature for every living being so that ecosystem functions well. Capitalism and consumerism are the greedy and mindless product of Western industrialism causing serious ecological problem. This study analyzes how Chasuma Sili prevailing in Kirat Rai culture gives importance to the nature. With the eco criticism perspective, the research tries to challenge the Western industrialist perspective and ultra capitalistic thought. In this context, this study analyzes how the native Kirat Rai Culture focuses on the sustainable use of nature. As a whole, this research focuses that reading native cultures and following their core principle will surely create an environment friendly world with appropriate space to every living being in this nature.