where it defines the regional varieties of folk performing arts, as opposed to the classical, pan-Indian margi. Thus, ' refers to one's own country or homeland, while ' refers to another's country or a foreign land.

Usage

The word Desi is widely used by South Asians, as well those of the South Asian diaspora, to describe themselves; those of South Asian origin, especially Indians, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis, use the term "as a means of asserting or reclaiming a sense of

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