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Log drum, Chingjaroi Khulen village. These are found among a number of the Naga tribes. As with all types of drum, there are strict taboos on their use. They are mainly sounded on certain occasions, or at certain times of the year. It is related by the late J.P. Mills that, as a young officer, he beat a log drum despite the Headman's warning that to do so would bring a storm. During the night a sudden cyclone removed the roof of the drum house. He did not repeat the offence (personal communication). |
