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What role did the morung play in traditional Naga village life?

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Map highlighting the state of Nagaland in northeastern India, shaded in orange with its capital Kohima labeled. The map shows surrounding countries including China, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka, along with major water bodies such as the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean. An inset globe at the top right provides regional context.
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In traditional Naga village life, the morung served as a prominent communal house or dormitory specifically for young unmarried men.1

Beyond its role as a living space, the morung functioned as a significant cultural and social institution. Historically, it was the site where skulls and other trophies of war were displayed. The structure itself was often elaborately decorated, featuring pillars carved with striking representations of tigers, hornbills, and various human and animal figures.1