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

Various unique cultures of tribal communities: (1) Kottu and Under-water Rice cultivation in Odisha (2) Matti tribe of Himachal Pradesh following polyandry (3) Matrilneal societies of Meghalayan's Garo, Khasi tribes (4) Naga tribes celebrating Horn bill festival (5) Arunachal tribes worshipping Tiger and treating him like a friend (6) Igulei tribe of Kerala - expert in handling snakes (7) Andaman tribes like Jarawa following primitive hunting culture (8) Nature worship by Fakir and Santhal tribes. Indian society is rich in diverse cultures. Multi-lingual: 1063 dialects in India. Multi-ethnic: Nigsew, Aryan, Tibetan tribes. Multi-cuisine. Rituals and traditions.

Means/Measures to protect the richness and unity in diversity: (i) Constitutional provisions: Art 29/30: preservation of culture. (ii) Legal measures: Forest Right Act, 2006 (PESA Act, 1996 @ Role of Gram Sabha). (iii) Education: Maoyl Eklavya Tribal residential schools. (iv) PM Vishakrama scheme: promotion of traditional artisan and handicraft. (v) Exhibition: of tribal art and culture in Bharat Mandapam. (vi) Marketing of products by MARFED. Indian culture is a melting pot where different cultures are assimilated and integrated to form one and show strength of diversity by staying united.