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Adivasi societies – a heterogeneous set of ethnic and tribal groups in South Asia

Posted on 05/01/2023 by website administrator

Adivasi (a Hindi word that literally means the original inhabitants) is a term for a heterogeneous set of ethnic and tribal groups believed to be the aboriginal population of India. Adivasi societies are present in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and … Continue reading →

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Selected writings by anthropologist Verrier Elwin (1902-64)

Posted on 24/12/2022 by website administrator

The Oxford India Elwinby G.N. Devy (ed.) 440 Pages | 80 line illus. & photographsISBN: 9780195697919, Rs. 795From presenting Elwin’s work among the tribal peoples of central India, to affording glimpses of his seminal work on the unique institution of the ghotul among … Continue reading →

Posted in Adverse inclusion, Anthropology, Bastar, Central region – Central Zonal Council, Commentary, Cultural heritage, Customs, Gandhian social movement, Government of India, History, Literature and bibliographies, Misconceptions, Names and communities, Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG), Photos and slideshows, Press snippets, Quotes, Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Seven Sister States & Sikkim – North Eastern Council, Social conventions | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Selected writings by anthropologist Verrier Elwin (1902-64)

ePaper | Writing and teaching Santali in different alphabets: A success story calling for a stronger sense of self-confidence – West Bengal

Posted on 12/11/2022 by website administrator

Santali is one of India’s many Adivasi languages. Today, seven different alphabets are used to write in it. Some argue that this great variety does not help the community’s development. | Read the full article by Boro Baski (3,3 MB) … Continue reading →

Posted in Assimilation, Childhood, Commentary, Community facilities, Customs, Eastern region – Eastern Zonal Council, eBook eJournal ePaper, Economy and development, Education and literacy, Figures, census and other statistics, Film, Games and leisure time, History, Languages and linguistic heritage, Misconceptions, Modernity, Multi-lingual education, Museum collections - India, Music and dance, Names and communities, Organizations, Photos and slideshows, Press snippets, Revival of traditions, Santali language and literature, Seasons and festivals, Storytelling, Success story, Tagore and rural culture, Women, Worship and rituals | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on ePaper | Writing and teaching Santali in different alphabets: A success story calling for a stronger sense of self-confidence – West Bengal

eBook | Demographic Status of Scheduled Tribe Population of India (Census figures 2011): Government of India

Posted on 01/11/2022 by website administrator

Table 1.1 State wise Scheduled Tribe population and decadal change by residence : 2011 (TOTAL) – see PDF for details Table 1.2 All India Population and Total ST Population – Male&Female (Census 2011) – see PDF for details Table 1.3 All India Population and Total … Continue reading →

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A museum made by members of seven major tribal communities: Showcasing tribal lore, knowledge of the surroundings, nature, seasons, spirituality – Madhya Pradesh

Posted on 20/07/2022 by website administrator

Madhya Pradesh tribal museum with work by Gond, Bhil, Baiga, Kol, Korku, Sahariya, Bharia tribes. Photo: Gowri Ramnarayan A new museum in Madhya Pradesh showcases the oral narratives of seven major tribes. And it’s put together by the tribals themselves, … Continue reading →

Posted in Adivasi / Adibasi, Anthropology, Childhood, Crafts and visual arts, Cultural heritage, Customs, Dress and ornaments, Film, Globalization, Government of India, History, Homes and utensils, Media portrayal, Modernity, Museum collections - India, Names and communities, Organizations, Press snippets, Revival of traditions, Tourism, Tribal identity, Worship and rituals | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on A museum made by members of seven major tribal communities: Showcasing tribal lore, knowledge of the surroundings, nature, seasons, spirituality – Madhya Pradesh