Question Q.18GS1GS1
The richness and diversity of Indian society find vivid expression in the unique culture of its tribal communities. Elucidate.
Introduction
Tribal constitute 8.6% of our population (Census 2011) and represent unique mosaic of ethnic in India.
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Main Body
Tribal constitute 8.6% of our population (Census 2011) & Represent unique mosaic of ethnic in India.
Richness & Diversity of Tribal culture:
1Multilingual society as opposed to traditional patrilineal structure [eg] Khasi tribe pay bride price for loss of female labour to family.
2Celebrate Nature in its Raw Form. [eg] Chipko Movement in Uttarakhand.
3Idea of tattooing their body as [cultural identity]
4Following [Bond system] of society prevalent during Neolithic period
5Curation of festivals through old methods [eg] Jamshed Mela & Ambazusti Mela - barter system
6Preserving the traditional Art ( [eg] Warli Art in Maharashtra Sahigudi tribe
7Multiple dance forms evolved from tribal. [eg] Multiple forms from tribal
8Multiple languages by tribe [eg] Gond & Bhil tribe have their own languages - sign & symbols & sounds to communicate
Challenges faced by culture of Tribe:
1Changing from National Park approach or Isolation to Assimilation [eg] Sanskritisation of tribes. in Southern states
2Increased State involvement in forest - Initially to counter Naxalism [eg] mobile tower, Internet, PM Jadak Yojana & Awas 1 PM-SHRI schools in Tribal areas.
3Disturbing traditional order [eg] Homogenization of languages. UNESCO report met 50 languages threats with extinction in tribals
4Ways to Preserve + effort:
1Traditional - Vocal for local.
2TRIPEDI to promote tribal products to global level
3Documentation for Preservation.
4Leave them alone approach [eg] Sentinelese Island
Tribal represent one Rich History, effort to preserve their identity keep maintained. [Social Cohesion]
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Conclusion
Tribal represent one Rich History, effort to preserve their identity keep maintained [Social Cohesion]
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- Quantitative data (8.6%)
- Specific examples (Khasi tribe, Chipko)
- Multiple cultural dimensions
- Diverse examples across domains
- Specific tribal communities named
- Addresses preservation challenges
- Provides actionable solutions
- International example (UNESCO)
- Specific scheme mentioned (TRIPEDI)
Topper
SURABHI YADAV
AIR 142025
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Tribal Culture and Indian Society
Richness and diversity of tribal culture
Tribal communities and cultural expression
Writing Stats
282
Total words
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