Binjhal community traditionally inhabits the duo of Odissa and Chhattisgarh as their resources have given proof in vigor in traits of culture as reflected very well in their dresses and ornaments. The Mali is one of their prized possessions; it refers to a necklace made of red and golden beads and is distinguished as exquisitely handcrafted spoils representing beauty and cultural statement. Mali is constructed from a thin cotton thread on which beads are threaded with precision and care. Each side of the necklace has three beaded strands, giving a feel of layering, with some consideration for symmetry. The red beads are generally spherical, while the golden beads are irregular or shapeless- a contrast of shape and a contrast of color forming an intricate ornament.
Color in the community holds meaning. Red goes for life, energy, and good luck, while all hues of gold refer to prosperity and spiritual strength. It displays a tendency to be worn at festivals, rituals, and associated communal undertakings, especially by women, as a mark of tradition and identity. Besides being an ornament, the Mali says a lot about the Binjhal tribe's artisan skill and the deeply ingrained socio-cultural meanings of ornamentation to their existence. The making of such necklaces is actually done communally by women, which emphasizes the importance of context in transferring cultural knowledge to new generations..