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Namath Basai: Kerala

Namath Basai: Kerala The Kerala State government is carrying out a unique programme called “Namath Basai” of teaching tribal children in their mother tongue. News: The programme is being implemented by the Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK). SSK is an overarching programme for the school education sector extending from pre-school to class 12. It aims at improving school effectiveness measured in terms of equal opportunities for schooling and equitable learning outcomes

23 August, 2020
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Tribal issues

Tribal issues For almost two decades now, Chellapan and his family have been forced to lead a nomadic life after being ‘banished’ from their tribal colony. The punishment came after Chellappan, who belongs to the Muthuvan tribe, married his maternal cousin, which is prohibited in the community. He and his wife Yasodha were ostracised from the Adichilthotty tribal colony in Athirappilly panchayat in the Edamalayar forest range, straddling Ernakulam and Thrissur districts. Si

Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006

Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers Act, 2006 For restitution of deprived forest rights across India. It provides for Integrated conservation & livelihood rights of people. It is a tool to empower local self-governance; address livelihood security of ppl & issues of conservation & Management of natural resources & conservation governance. For the 1st time, it recognises & secures Community rights + Ind

Denotified Tribes in India

Denotified, Nomadic, Semi-Nomadic Tribes Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DNCs) are hard to reach, less visible, and therefore frequently left out. While most DNTs are spread across the Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories, some DNTs are not covered in any of the SC. ST or OBC categories. Who are DNTs? The term 'De-notified Tribes' stands for all those communities which were once notifi

Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (Tribal Pride Day)

In India, the Janjatiya Gaurav Divas is celebrated every year on November 15 since 2021 to recognize the efforts of the brave tribal freedom fighters. It is to mark the birth anniversary of Sri Birsa Munda who is revered as Bhagwan by tribal communities across the country. Objective - To recognize the efforts of the tribals for preservation of cultural heritage and promotion of Indian values of valour, hospitality and national pride. Activities undertaken &ndas

PM JANMAN Scheme

Ministry of Tribal Affairs initiates IEC Campaign on Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) to raise awareness and ensure 100% saturation of Government Schemes in PVTG majority tribal habitations ‘Empowering Tribals, Transforming India’: IEC initiative to ensure coverage of every PVTG household that has remained unreached due to distance, lack of road and digital connectivity and will provide facilities at their doorstep. Aim: of reaching out to

Warli tribe

The Warli are an indigenous of Maharashtra and Gujarat. The name "Warli" comes from the word "Warla", which means "piece of land" or "field". The Warli are considered by some to be a sub-caste of the Bhil tribe, and their history dates back to the 10th century AD. The Warli people speak Varli or Warli, an Indo-Aryan language.

Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has requested the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RGI) to consider enumerating the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) separately in the upcoming Census. About Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) PVTGs are a sub-category of Scheduled Tribes (STs) in India who are considered more vulnerable than other tribal groups due to several factors. These groups are not only marginalized in terms of economic and social develop

Apatani Tribe

Introduction: The Apatani tribe is one of the most culturally distinct indigenous communities residing in the Ziro Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, in India. Known for their rich cultural heritage, unique traditions, and sustainable farming practices, the Apatani people have attracted global attention, especially due to their facial tattoos and wooden nose plugs, which are now rare and practiced only by older women in the community. About the Apatani Tribe: Location: The Apatani p

Bhil Tribe

A translated collection of folk tales of the Bhil tribe from Madhya Pradesh will soon be available on the Ministry of Tribal Affairs' Adi Vaani website and app. This initiative aims to preserve and share the rich cultural heritage and oral traditions of the Bhil people, offering insights into their unique worldview, customs, and traditions. About the Bhil Tribe: The Bhil tribe is one of the oldest and most widely distributed tribal communities in India. They are considered to belon

Bonda Tribe

The Bonda Tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) in Odisha, has recently been in the spotlight, with the Odisha Governor emphasizing the need for comprehensive development of their homeland, Bondaghati, in the Malkangiri district. About the Bonda Tribe: Location: The Bondas are primarily found in the Khairaput block of the Malkangiri district in south Odisha, near the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. They are one of the oldest trib

Tikhir tribe

The Tikhir tribe is an indigenous Naga community in Nagaland, and their recent appeal to the Nagaland Director General of Police regarding the inclusion of aspirants from their tribe in the Nagaland Police constable recruitment reflects their ongoing efforts for greater representation and recognition. Cultural and Linguistic Background Language: The Tikhir people speak Naga Yimchungru, a language belonging to the Tibeto-Burman family. This linguistic connection links them to many

Birhor Tribe

Around 550 residents from the Birhor tribe living in the Fulwariya hamlet of Koderma district in Jharkhand are set to receive electricity supply, marking an important milestone in improving their living conditions. This will be the first time in nearly eight decades that the residents of Fulwariya will experience access to electricity, significantly enhancing their quality of life. About the Birhor Tribe The Birhor tribe is a semi-nomadic, forest-dependent tribal community mainly found

Kolam Tribe

The Kolam tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), has a rich history and culture that is now being supported through projects like the recent pilot bamboo plantation initiative in Adilabad district, Telangana. This project aims to restore their traditional livelihoods and help them regain economic independence, especially through sustainable agricultural practices tied to their ancestral forest-based activities. About the Kolam Tribe: Geographic Distribution: