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Workers, Peasant and Tribal Movements in British India Indigo Revolt (1859-60) The Indigo revolt of Bengal was directed against British planters who forced peasants to take advances and sign fraudulent contracts which forced the peasants to grow Indigo under terms which were the least profitable to them. The revolt began in Govindpur village … Read more
Raut Naach: A Dance of Devotion and Resistance Raut Naach, also known as “Raut Nritya” or “Raut Dance,” is a vibrant and captivating folk dance form originating from the state of Odisha in eastern India. This dance, steeped in history and tradition, holds a unique position in the cultural landscape of Odisha, serving as a … Read more
Tribal Welfare Administration, Tribal sub plan and Single line administration in Himachal Pradesh The tribal areas of Himachal Pradesh though sparsely populated continue to receive special attention of the State Government primarily on account of their strategic location and comparative backwardness. The Tribal Sub Plan was started in 1974-75 in the State and entire tribal … Read more
Rajasthan is blessed with multi-religious Society and all the religions found in the country are practiced in Rajasthan in Harmony to each other. Vedic Religion has been practiced in the state since ancient times and worship of sun has been center of religious practice for several communities. Religious movements in Buddhism is a religion that … Read more
The Thungon Committee: A Legacy of Resistance and Resilience in Thailand The Thungon Committee, a grassroots organization formed in the 1970s in the northeastern region of Thailand, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of resistance and resilience in the face of social and economic injustices. This article delves into the history, motivations, and … Read more
The kingship system was resisted by the Adivasis. The Hos resisted the malgujari. and so too did the Santhals and the Mundas. This resistance became more prominent during the British rule in India which resulted in the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act, the Santhal Parganas Tenancy Act, and the Wilkinson Rule. These rules and Acts recognised the … Read more
Costumes of Rajasthan can basically be classified as Paridhan,which is a lower garment and achhadan which is an upper garment.Pag as an headgear is a symbol of noble and still practiced as an integral part of rajasthani culture. Various Traditional Dresses are:- Potia Dhoti Bandha Angrakhi Bugatari Pachewara Khol Dabla Lahariya Chera Chundari Ekdali Tikunti … Read more
Tribes of Rajasthan constitute 12% of the total Population. The main tribal communities of Rajasthan are Bhil tribe and Meena tribe. The major concentration of these tribes of Rajasthan is found mainly in the foothill of Vindhya, Aravalli mountain ranges. Each and every tribes of Rajasthan have contributed with their unique customs and rituals, thereby … Read more
The Marginalized Voices: A Deep Dive into Scheduled Tribes and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India India, a land of diverse cultures and ethnicities, is home to a significant population of indigenous communities, collectively known as Scheduled Tribes (STs). These communities, often residing in remote and geographically challenging areas, have faced historical marginalization and … Read more
Civil Rebellions and Tribal Uprisings The backbone of the rebellions, their mass base and striking power came from the rack-rented peasants, ruined artisans and demobilized soldiers CAUSES The major cause of the civil rebellions was the rapid changes the British introduced in the economy, administration and land revenue system. The revenues were enhanced by increasing … Read more