The dress and ornaments of the tribes of Jharkhand reflect their close relationship with nature, traditional lifestyle, social identity, and cultural values. These material aspects of tribal life are not merely meant for decoration or protection but also symbolize age, marital status, social position, festivals, and religious beliefs. In dramatic representations dealing with the tribal communities of Jharkhand, costumes and ornaments play an important role in establishing authenticity, character identity, and cultural atmosphere. Jharkhand is home to several important tribes such as the Santhal, Munda, Oraon, Ho, Kharia, Birhor, Asur, and Paharia. Although each tribe has its own distinctive style of clothing and ornaments, they share certain common features based on simplicity, utility, and the use of locally available materials. Traditionally, tribal men wear a short dhoti or loincloth known by different local names. During festivals and ceremonial occasions, they wear a clean white or coloured dhoti along with a shawl or cloth wrapped around the shoulders. In colder seasons, woollen blankets or thick cotton cloth are used for protection. Today, many tribal men also wear shirts, trousers, and jackets, reflecting the influence of modern society. Women generally wear simple cotton sarees, often without elaborate stitching. The Santhal women traditionally wear a saree called Panchi and Parhan, while women of other tribes have similar garments wrapped in unique styles. The colours are usually white with red, green, blue, or black borders. Bright colours are especially preferred during festivals, dances, and marriage ceremonies. Modern tribal women increasingly wear stitched blouses and contemporary dresses, yet traditional attire continues to be worn during