Question Q.18ElucidateGS1GS1
The richness and diversity of Indian society find vivid expression in the unique culture of its tribal communities. Elucidate. (15 marks, 250 words)
Introduction
In the face of modernity, tribal communities remind us that true progress involves preserving our heritage -- Amartya Sen. Richness and diversity of Indian tribal societies
26 words
Main Body
1Matrilineal societies in North East (Assam). 2) In Himalayan village (Himachal Pradesh), tribals marry cows cattle. 3) Matri - Patrilocal system of marriage. 4) Nayars' unique marriage culture. 5) Tribals' affinity and reverence for Snakes. 6) Nayamgna hills being worshipped by tribes. 7) Sentinelese unique way of life, still primitive. 8) Mode of communication by making sounds, especially the chine. 9) Tribals in practicing nomadic lifestyle. 10) Tribals still consider their own gaonium system, away from the formal laws. 11) Belief in Sakti cults, superstitions. 12) Nature worshippers -- tree, water, body. 13) Belief in magical spells, wearing amulets. 14) The tribals' clothing is also intricately linked to the geography. Sea shelled bands for coastal tribes. 15) Education generally revolves around practical survival techniques.
7Sentinelese unique way of life, still primitive. 8) Mode of communication by making sounds, especially the chine. 9) Tribals in practicing nomadic lifestyle (eg) Guyana elsewhere. 10) Tribals still consider their own gaonium system, away from the formal laws. 11) Belief in Sakti cults, superstitions. 12) Nature worshippers -- tree, water body. 13) Belief in magical spells, wearing amulets. 14) The tribals' clothing is also intricately linked to the geography. Sea shelled bands for coastal tribes. 15) Education generally revolves around practical survival techniques.
210 words1 paragraphs
- covers multiple dimensions of tribal culture (kinship, religion, communication, clothing, education)
- uses specific examples (Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Sentinelese, Nayars)
- integrates quote from Amartya Sen at the beginning
Topper
Kanishk Aggarwal
AIR 722025
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Tribal Communities and Culture
Cultural diversity of tribal communities
Writing Stats
236
Total words
1
Paragraphs
descriptive/analytical
Tone