Oct 31, 2008

Indian Tribal Languages- Part One



Indian Tribal language – Introduction
If you are on an Indian tribal tour, you wish to explore the culture and customs of various tribes of India. But, one thing you forget about these Indian tribes is the languages spoken by them. These Indian tribal languages are a good indicator to the lifestyle and history of many of the famous tribes of India. So, here we have attempted to update you with some of the Indian tribal languages. This is the first part of a series of languages will make you aware of about many a popular tribes of India.

List of Languages of Tribes of India


Abujmaria
- It is a language belonging to Dravidian language family and is generally spoken in the Abujmar hills in Bastar Disstrict (M.P). Hill Maria tribes of India usually speak in this language.

Aariya- Madhya Pradesh

Gadaba- It is spoken in Koraput district of Orissa.

Garo- This language of Indian tribes belong to Western Assam, Garo hills, Meghalya, Nagaland and Tripura. The language also has many a dialects namely Atong, Chisak, Megam and many more.

Saurashtri
- Also known as Patnuli, this language is spoken by many a tribes of India in Chennai, North Arcot, parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Tsangla- It is spoken in the villages of Arunachal Pradesh.

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Oct 28, 2008

Irula Tribes of India



Irula Tribes – Introduction
Our Indian tribal tour now reaches the southern part of India to the Irula Tribes. These Irula tribes of India are also known by different names. Eravallan, Erukala, Irava, Irular, Iruliga, Iruligar, Korava, Kad Chensu are some of the prominent names of these Indian tribes.

Irula Tribes – Location

As earlier informed these tribes of India inhabit southern part of India. Chingleput at the Nilgiri foothills, Tamil Nadu is the prime inhabit of these Indian tribes. Irula tribes of India are also found in various parts of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Maharashtra and Karnataka.

Irula Tribes – Language

A language called Irula (related to Tamil and Kannada) is the main language spoken by Irula tribes of India.

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Oct 24, 2008

Porja Tribes of India


Porja Tribes – Introduction
We take a further step in our Indian tribal tour and move to Porja tribes of India. These Indian tribes got this name because of their descent from the Kond tribes. Porja tribes of India have a unique culture and are also sub divided into different groups.

Porja Tribes – Location
Andhra Pradesh, Assam and Orissa are the premier locations where we can fin Porja tribes of india.

Porja Tribes – Language

These Indian tribes speak Konda Dora which belongs to the Dravidian family language. The word Konda means hill and Dora means leader.

Porja Tribes – Culture
These tribes of India are divided into two sub groups namely- Pedda Kondalu and Chinna Kondalu. The former follow a lot of Indian tribal culture while the later are influenced by Telgu. These are amongst the popular tribes of India because of their close association with other Indian tribes.

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Oct 22, 2008

Koch Tribes of India


Koch Tribes – Introduction
Our Indian tribal tour now takes us to th Koch tribes of India. The early history suggests that these were one of the major tribes of India because of their royal background. In the 16th century these Indian tribes established a dynasty in Bihar but was later overpowered by Muslims and Ahoms. These factors suggest that traveling to Koch tribes of India can be a thrilling experience.

Koch Tribes – Location

States of Assam and Tripura is the place of inhabit of these popular tribes of India.

Koch Tribes – Language

These Indian tribes speak “Koch” which belongs to the Tibeto- Burman language family.

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Oct 19, 2008

Badaga Tribes of India



Badaga Tribes – Introduction
Now, let us move forward in our Indian tribal tour towards Tamil Nadu and discuss Badaga tribes of India. These Indian tribes are also known as Badag, Badagu, Badugu and Vadagu. The name Badaga Tribes, Badaga meaning “northemer” was given to these tribes of India during the middle ages when they migrated from the Mysore plains to the Nilgiri Hills in Southern Tamil Nadu.

Badaga Tribes - Location

These Indian tribes are generally found in the Nilgiri and Kunda hills of Tamil Nadu.

Badaga Tribes – Language

The prime language spoken by these tribes of India is the Badaga language.

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Oct 16, 2008

Abujmaria Tribes of India


Abujmaria Tribes – Introduction
Our Indian tribal tour reaches a new destination. This time we cover Abujmaria tribes of India. These Indian tribes can be seen in the mountain regions of Madya Pradesh. These tribes of India have a very deep history. In the earlier period Abujmaria tribes were known as Abudjamadis, Abujmariya and Hill Maria. These Indian tribes were considered as a sub part of the important gonds tribes (discussed earlier) who played a pivotal role in knowing the original Indian tribes.

Abujmaria Tribes – Location

These tribes of India are generally found in Abujhmar Mountains and Kutrumar Hills in the Bastar district of Madhya Pradesh. These hills are at times inaccessible, but reaching there is a fun filled experience.

Abujmaria Tribes – Language

They generally speak the Dravidian form of language, Abujmaria bein the native language of these tribes of India.

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Oct 12, 2008

Books on Tribes of India- Part Two



Introduction
As I told you earlier that ' Tribes of India' is a deep subject. Weather you study Indian tribe books or travel to places to explore these tribes of India, you need knowledge. This, as I promised is second of many series of information I would be providing you the Indian tribal books. These books on tribes of India will enlighten you with the much needed insights of various Indian tribes.

1. Standing at the margins: Representation and Electoral Reservations in India- by, Alistar Mcmillan.
Synopsis:
This Indian tribe book is a deep study of the status of Indian tribes in the parliament and legislature of India.

2. Identity, Gender and Poverty: New perspectives on castes and tribes in Rajasthan- by, Maya Unnithan Kumar.
Synopsis:
This is a very contrasting Indian tribe book. It is based on a personal research done on the poor "tribal" community, the Girasia, in northwestern India. The conclusions drawn and the perspectives thoughts are a must read.

3 Tribal Development in India: The contemporary Debate- by, Govinda Chandra Rath(Editor also)
Synopsis:
The thirteen seminal essays in this volume pinpoint the failure of the welfare system to narrow the gap between Indian tribes with rest of India in all spheres of life.

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Oct 9, 2008

Andamanese Tribes of India



Great Andamanese Tribe- Introduction
Our Indian tribal tour now reaches the islands of Andaman. These Indian tribes are a part of negrito tribal family. With quite a healthy population, Andamanese tribes of India were once on the verge of extinct. No matter what the population status of these tribal people is, they are known for a unique culture, physical stature and occupation. These tribes of India had several sub groups but most of them
disappeared over a period of time.

Great Andamanese Tribe- Location

As the name suggest, these tribes of India are largely found in the the islands of Andaman.

Great Andamanese Tribe- Language

These tribes of India are generally known for three absolutely different types of language they speak. Jeru, Khora and Andamani Hindi are the major languages spoken by Andamanese tribes of India.

Great Andamanese Tribe- Culture

The diverse culture of these tribes of India is what catches the eye. Men amongst the Great Andamanese tribes wear narrow belts or girdles of hibiscus fiber. They usually have a heavy body, so it suits their personality. You can also see weapons tucked into their belts when they go for hunting. The women folk of these tribes of India have a typical tribal dress sense. Branches of leaves cut into stripes held by belt of pandanus leaves and tail skirt amongst the girls form the dress code of women of Andamanese tribes of India. A distinctive feature of women of these tribes of India is their painted bodies.

Great Andamanese Tribe- Food

These tribes of India eat almost all the variety of food. Andamanese tribes usually eat rice, wheat, dal, chapati etc. Besides this, Great Andamanese tribes also prefer non vegetarian stuff such as fish, turtle eggs, crabs, roots, seeds and tubers. Pork and Andaman water monitor lizard are the prime eat up of Andamanese tribes of India.

Great Andamanese Tribe- Occupation

Hunting is the main source of food and occupation with these tribes of India. Moreover these tribes in India also cultivate vegetables and run poultry farm for their livelihood.

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Oct 5, 2008

A List: Naga Tribes of India



Naga Tribes- Overview
These Indian tribes have a population of more than 4 million. Naga tribes of India are found in parts of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Outside the boundaries of India, Naga tribes are also found in
parts of Myanmar in areas such as Sagaing division. Many of these Naga tribes of India speak dialects belonging to the Tibeto - Burman family. In the days to come our Indian tribal tour will cover many of these Naga tribes of India.

List of Naga tribes


1 Angami
2 Ao
3 Chakesang
4 Chang
5 Katcha
6 Kaimnungan
7 Konyak
8 Laingmei
9 Lotha
10 Phom
11 Pochuri
12 Mao
13 Maram
14 Nocte
15 Poumai
16 Rengma
17 Rongmei
18 Sangtam
19 Sumi
20 Tangkhul
21 Tangsa
22 Tutsa
23 Wancho
24 Yimchunger
25 Zemei
26 Zeliangrong

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Oct 3, 2008

Munda tribes of India



Munda Tribe- An Introduction
Our Indian tribal tour now reaches Munda tribes in India. These Indian tribes are tribal communities of south east Asia. Historical evidences also suggest that Munda tribes of India had kingdom in the pre British period. The Ho/Munda kingdom of Chota Nagpur, and the Bhumij states, especially Barabhum were considered few of the kingdoms of these tribes of India. They have a typical Indian tribal personality, with darkish complexion and curly hairs.

Munda Tribe- Language
Mundari( an Austro- Asiatic) language is the prime language spoken by Munda tribes of India.

Munda Tribe- Culture

These Indian tribes usually follow Christianity. Munda tribes also have their own religion called “Sarna”. They have an ideology that God is one. These tribes of India also believe in the supreme power of Singbonga, which means the Sun God. One unique thing that you rarely find in any of the tribes in India is the willingness to marry people from other tribes. Many people of Munda tribes of India also worship Lord Shiva. Men amongst Munda tribes usually wear pant and shirts and women are seen in cotton saris with the cholis or blouse.

Munda Tribe- Occupation

Historically Munda tribes of India were hunters. But, gradually they converted into agriculturists. Many of these people still depend on labor to earn a livelihood.

Munda Tribe- Food
These tribes of India are man eaters. The eat frogs, snakes, earthworms, shells and snails. Munda tribes also prefer having Tari and Haria wine on special occasions.

Munda Tribe- Festivals

Mage, Phagu, Karam, Sarhul, and Sohrai are the major festivals celebrated among the Munda tribes.

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