PLATE XXX
Shrine of Bhūmiya
The earth-deity of the aborigines is Bhūmiya, who is gradually being incorporated into the Hindu pantheon. The shrine is of interest as showing the humble character of the temples of the primitive godlings, who are frequently represented merely by rough stones and do not enjoy the honour of any shrines whatever. After Crooke, The Popular Religion and Folk-Lore of Northern India, Plate facing i, 105.
