2. Rangol i

3. Is an ancient folk art in India A tradition of decorating the floor or doorstep Depending on what region of India you happen to be in, the art of Rangoli has different names Designs can be geometric or more freestyle Rangoli is a daily ritual because the threshold is washed everyday signifying a fresh start

11. Sources: http://www.diwalifestival.org/diwali-rangoli.html http://sureshg.wordpress.com/2007/05/17/secrets-behind- rangoli-%E2%80%93-traditional-indian-art/ http://imnj.in/sms/2012/11/rangoli-designs-patterns-rangoli- designs-for-deewali-2012/attachment/rangoli-designs-2/