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Rishabh SharmaAIR 116

Question Q.18ElucidateGS1GS1

The richness and diversity of Indian society find vivid expression in the unique culture of its tribal communities. Elucidate.

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Introduction

India has 8.5-10 tribal population making around 10 crore individuals as per census 2011. These diverse tribal communities add to the richness of Indian culture.

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Main Body

Tribal culture Representing Indian Diversity:

1Various forms of marriage practices

Ex - Gaol [illegible] Vrah of Bhils

Ex - Marriage by consent - Rajkumari marriage among [illegible]

2Various religious practices

Ex - Naturism in tribes of Jharkhand - sarna religion

Ex - Christianity in Mizo tribes

Ex - Islam in tribes of Lakshadweep

Ex - Hindu rituals in Bhils.

3Various types of livelihood
Ex - PastoralismTodas of Nilgiri
Ex - Hunting & gatheringChenchus
Ex - AgricultureSantals
4Varied political systems.

Ex - council of elders in tribes of Arunachal Pradesh

Ex - Khasi of Meghalya have system as head.

5Various forms of market and economic arrangements
Ex - Jopi Beel Mela, AssamBarter system
6Various languages and scripts.

Ex - Olusiki script

Ex - Kokborok language in Tripura

7Festivals and forms of various forms
8Cultural practices of different forms.

Ex - Masliking in Khasi of Meghalaya.

9Various art forms

Ex - Warli Art in Maharashtra

10Egalitarian setup in many tribes
11Sustainable solutions.
12Traditional medicines & cures, and food cuisine.

Ex - kaji chutney, Mayurbhanj

All these varied tribal practices show how rich is and India is proud of its diverse tribal communities.

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Conclusion

All these varied tribal practices show how rich is and India is proud of its diverse tribal communities.

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Diagram

Map showing distribution of major tribes of India with labels: Gujjar, Nandis, Khasi, Rabaris, Gonds, Sambals, Todas, Todays, and Kadu

  • Good statistical opening with census data
  • Comprehensive coverage of cultural aspects
  • Multiple specific tribal examples provided
  • Use of map to show distribution

Topper

Rishabh Sharma

AIR 116

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India

Tribal Communities and Cultural Diversity

Tribal Culture and Indian Diversity

Writing Stats

253

Total words

13

Paragraphs

Formal, descriptive

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