The Efforts of the Society in Preserving Ngarot Art in Lelea Village, Indramayu Regency

This study investigates the role of local communities in preserving Ngarot art in Lelea Village, Indramayu Regency, West Java. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, data were obtained through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation analysis. The findings reveal that the preservation of Ngarot is sustained through ritual practices, oral transmission of cultural knowledge across generations, and the active engagement of local cultural institutions. This research underscores the critical function of community participation in safeguarding intangible cultural heritage and highlights Ngarot as a living tradition that reflects local identity and collective memory.