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Tribal Voices of India

Tribal Voices of India

Mondal, Debdas

Paperback

General Sociology

ISBN10: 6208417279
ISBN13: 9786208417277
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Published: Aug 1 2025
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
India is home to over 700 tribal communities, each possessing distinct cultural identities, socio-economic structures, and relationships with nature. This study provides a regional and thematic analysis of tribal communities across India, focusing on three interconnected dimensions: development, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship. It examines how regional disparities affect tribal development outcomes, the role of traditional knowledge systems in cultural sustainability, and how indigenous practices contribute to ecological conservation. Through a multidisciplinary lens, the analysis highlights both the challenges tribal populations face such as displacement, marginalization, and loss of traditional livelihoods and the opportunities they present for inclusive, sustainable development. Case studies from central, north-eastern, and southern India illustrate the diversity of tribal experiences and underscore the need for context-sensitive policies. Ultimately, the paper argues for a model of development that empowers tribal communities as cultural custodians and environmental stewards while addressing their rights to autonomy, education, health, and economic growth.

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