Mangarh Dham

A recent congregation of tribals from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat at Mangarh Dham has highlighted the demand for the formation of a separate Bhil Pradesh. About Mangarh Dham Mangarh Dham, located in Banswara district, Rajasthan, is an important tribal pilgrimage site and a memorial of great historical significance for the Bhil community. Location: Man

Jarawa Tribe of Andaman Islands

The Jarawa Tribe, one of the world's oldest surviving indigenous communities, has come into focus due to ongoing concerns about their enumeration in the 16th Census of India. About the Jarawa Tribe: Status and Population: The Jarawas are designated as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) by the Government of India. Their population is estimated

Onge Tribe

The Onge tribe, one of the most ancient and primitive tribes of India, is a fascinating yet vulnerable community that resides on Little Andaman Island. Recently, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration established a Van Dhan Vikas Kendra for the Onges at Dugong Creek under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyay Maha Abhiyan. This initiative aims to help the Onge tribe become self-susta

Habitat Rights for the Juanga Tribe

The District Level Committee has approved habitat rights for the Juanga tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) located in Keonjhar, Odisha. This is a significant step toward recognizing the rights of indigenous communities in India. Here’s an overview of habitat rights, the significance for PVTGs, and specific information about the Juanga tribe. Habitat Rights Legislat

Adolescents in India: Key Insights from the Report

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has released the report titled “Economic Case for Investment in the Well-being of Adolescents in India,” highlighting the crucial need for targeted interventions to enhance the well-being of adolescents in the country. Key Highlights Largest Adolescent Population: India has the largest population of adolescents (aged 10-19) in the worl

Kuki Tribe

Context: Manipur Chief Minister has said that the state government may consider setting up a committee to discuss the Scheduled Tribe status of Kukis in the state. Background: The Manipur conflict, initiated in early May, originated from a High Court directive suggesting the examination of Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the Meitei community. This proposal faced opposition from th