The three major tribal groups in Meghalaya are:
- Khasi
- Jaintia
- Garo
The Khasi are a matrilineal society, which means that property and titles are passed down through the female line. The Jaintia are also a matrilineal society, and they are known for their unique system of governance, which is based on a council of elders. The Garo are a patrilineal society, and they are known for their colorful traditional dress.
The other options are incorrect because they do not list the three major tribal groups in Meghalaya. Option (b) lists the three major tribal groups in Mizoram, option (c) lists the three major tribal groups in Jharkhand, and option (d) lists the three major tribal groups in Sikkim.
The Khasi are an ethnic group native to the Indian state of Meghalaya. They are the largest tribal group in Meghalaya, and they make up about 50% of the state’s population. The Khasi are a matrilineal society, which means that property and titles are passed down through the female line. The Khasi are also known for their unique system of governance, which is based on a council of elders.
The Jaintia are an ethnic group native to the Indian state of Meghalaya. They are the second largest tribal group in Meghalaya, and they make up about 30% of the state’s population. The Jaintia are also a matrilineal society, and they are known for their unique system of governance, which is based on a council of elders.
The Garo are an ethnic group native to the Indian states of Meghalaya and Assam. They are the third largest tribal group in Meghalaya, and they make up about 20% of the state’s population. The Garo are a patrilineal society, and they are known for their colorful traditional dress.