Why only Castor Oil is applied to apparatus & body?
Ans. Castor Oil is an oil with high density & Viscosity. At the same time “pure” castor oil is proved to be resistant to any Fungal or Microbial contamination. As during the performances on Pole & Hanging Mallkhamb, performer’s body comes continuously in contact with the apparatus & there is continuous friction of Skin to Wooden surface of the apparatus, application of Castor oil ether to apparatus or to body helps in smoothening the friction. At the same time, oil provides an excellent massage to body & it is economical too. Other oils are not having all these advantages together hence the application of castor oil is traditionally followed.
