What is the primitive belief regarding taking a photograph of a person?

The primitive belief regarding taking a photograph of a person, as mentioned in chapter 7, The Interview, from the Class 12 English textbook, is that it steals or captures part of the person’s soul. This idea stems from ancient and indigenous cultures that view a photograph as more than just an image; instead, they believe it holds a fragment of the individual’s spirit or essence. Such beliefs illustrate a deep respect for personal identity and privacy, where the act of capturing someone’s likeness is seen as a significant, almost mystical act that could diminish their vitality or control over their own spirit.