Cultural Study of Oraon and Munda Tribes

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8193945042

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8193945049

For scholars of the Indian heartland, Bastar and its surrounding regions have always been viewed as a profound gift of nature—a "magic world" once hidden behind dense forests. In this tradition of deep documentation, Niranjan Mahawar follows in the footsteps of pioneers like Verrier Elwin to uncover the "untouched" features of tribal life.

This volume offers a soulful, in-depth look at the Oraon and Munda tribes, communities whose identities are rooted in a harmonious but fragile balance with their environment. Rather than a dry anthropological report, Mahawar provides a narrative journey through their livelihoods, social hierarchies, and spiritual beliefs. By synthesizing his own extensive field observations with references from historical scholars, he illuminates the significant phases of change that have reshaped these tribes over time. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the living pulse of Central India's indigenous heritage, documented by a researcher who viewed tribal culture as a vibrant, essential part of the human story.