• Foto Number: 42N-292-29

A man is sitting on the ground, sifting the grain. It is likely pearl millet. In Hindi and the local language Rajasthani, this nutrient-rich grain is called bajra. It is extremely drought-resistant and a staple food for the people in this desert region (e.g. in the form of bajre ki roti, a flatbread). – Area around Jodhpur – 1990

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  Asia India Rajasthan man basket traditional clothing Nagaur winnow Beard Turban Spice Route-F Spice Route