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Balochi culture (Balochi: بلوچی دۏد) is a group of distinctive cultural traits practiced by Baloch people. [ 1 ] Baloch culture is rich, diverse, and deeply rooted in the traditions of the Baloch people, Their culture reflects a unique blend of nomadic, tribal, and regional influences shaped by their geography and history.
Balochistan is the only state in Pakistan where the "Jashn-e-Kalat" festival is celebrated. This festival includes circus performances, rifle shooting and other cultural programs and shows. It was named after an emperor who ruled this region. The festival is celebrated to honour the diversified culture of Balochistan. [17] [18]
According to the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency's report published on protected areas in 1997, Balochistan has 27 archaeological sites and monuments protected by the Federal Government. [1] These include the province's only national monument; Ziarat Residency. Additionally it has one site on the tentative world heritage list, Mehrgarh ...
The history of Balochistan refers to the history of the Balochistan region of Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan. Vague allusions to the region were found in Greek historical records of around 650 BCE. Vague allusions to the region were found in Greek historical records of around 650 BCE.
The University of Balochistan (UoB) was established in October 1970 through an Ordinance issued by the Governor of Balochistan. In 1996, the Balochistan Assembly passed the University of Balochistan ACT . In 2022, a unified ACT for all public sector universities in the province was passed, under which UoB currently operates.
Agha Mir Nasir Khan Ahmadzai the author of Seven-volume book on the history of Baloch and Balochistan, connects Balochs with medes [44] and considers them descendants of the Medes, the people of ancient Iran. He makes mention of all Baloch tribes [45] [46] are descendants of the Medes, who came to Balochistan and settled in ancient time.
Sohr Damb ('Red Mound'), c. 3800–2300 BC, [2] is an archaeological site, located near Nal, in central Balochistan, Pakistan that begins before the Indus Valley civilization featuring Togau, Kili Ghul Mohammad, and Kechi Beg pottery styles. [2]
Soan Valley culture is considered as the best known Palaeolithic culture of Central Asia. [1] Mehrgarh in Balochistan is one of the most important Neolithic sites dating from 7000 BCE to 2000 BCE. The Mehrgarh culture was amongst the first culture in the world to establish agriculture and livestock and live in villages. [2]