Karagattam is a traditional folk dance of Tamil Nadu performed with a decorated pot (karagam) balanced on the head of the dancer. Traditionally associated with village communities, the dance is connected with worship, fertility rituals, and celebrations dedicated to village deities, especially Mariamman, the goddess of rain and health. The performance includes graceful body movements, rhythmic steps, and music played with folk instruments such as nadaswaram and thavil. From the perspective of Dalit Philosophy, Karagattam represents the cultural expressions and lived experiences of marginalized communities whose traditions have often remained outside dominant literary and