Pithora Art
What is Pithora Art? Pithora Art is a ritualistic painting tradition practiced by various tribal communities in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, India.…
Tribals
Yenadi Community
The Yenadi community, also known as Yanadi, is a Scheduled Tribe residing in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. Despite their significance as the largest…
Paharis and Paddaris
A Bill is being considered to include 4 communities- “Gadda Brahmin”, “Koli”, “Paddari Tribe” and “Pahari Ethnic Group” in J&K’s Scheduled Tribes list. Paharis Paddaris…
Silver Cockscomb
The Silver Cockscomb has garnered attention for its use as a leafy green vegetable by the Soligas, an indigenous tribe of Karnataka, who are known…
Sickle Cell Disease- a Health Concern for India’s Tribes
On July 1st, the PM launched the Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission from Madhya Pradesh. In this light, there is a need to consider the issue of …
Manipur Unrest- Background, Recent Developments & Reasons
While the northeastern state of Manipur has been restive at least since the start of 2023, a recent High Court order regarding ST status for the Meite…
Niyamgiri Movement- Importance of the FPIC Concept
2023 marks 10 years since the historic Niyamgiri Referendum in which the tribal people of southern Odisha gave a resounding no to a bauxite mining pro…
