Assam - Tribal History

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Who are the major tribes of Assam?

Some of the major tribes of Assam include Bodo, Mishing, Karbi, Dimasa, and Rabha.

What is the primary language spoken by the Bodo tribe?

The primary language of the Bodo tribe is Bodo (also known as Boro), which belongs to the Tibeto-Burman language family.

When is the Bihu festival celebrated by the Assamese tribes?

The Bihu festival, celebrated by the Assamese tribes, occurs three times a year - Rongali or Bohag Bihu in April, Kongali or Kati Bihu in October, and Bhogali or Magh Bihu in January.

What is the significance of 'Karbi Youth Festival'?

The Karbi Youth Festival is the oldest ethnic festival in Assam, promoting the culture, traditions, and heritage of the Karbi tribe.

What are traditional attires of the Dimasa tribe?

Traditional Dimasa attire includes the 'Rigu' and 'Rikha' for women and the 'Sgaopha' (a kind of turban) and 'Risha' for men.

Which festival is most prominently celebrated by the Rabha tribe?

The Rabha tribe prominently celebrates the Baikho festival, which is a festival of bountiful harvest.

What is a significant cultural practice of the Mishing tribe?

The Mishing tribe is known for their dance form called 'Ali Aye Ligang', which is performed during their sowing festival.

What are the traditional martial arts of the Bodo tribe?

The Bodo tribe practices a traditional martial art known as 'Baga-Baga'.

What is the traditional Granary known as in the Assamese tribes?

In Assamese tribes, traditional granaries are known as 'Bhoral'.

What economic activity are the Karbi tribe primarily engaged in?

The Karbi tribe mainly engages in agriculture, particularly jhum (slash and burn) cultivation.

What is the traditional musical instrument of the Bodo tribe?

The Bodo tribe traditionally plays the 'Kham', a type of drum, as a musical instrument.

What is the Bihu dance, and which tribe is it associated with?

The Bihu dance is a traditional folk dance associated with the Assamese tribes, particularly during the Bohag Bihu festival.

Which language family does the Karbi language belong to?

The Karbi language belongs to the Tibeto-Burman language family.

What crops are commonly cultivated by the Mishing tribe?

The Mishing tribe primarily cultivates paddy, along with mustard, pulses, and vegetables.

Which tribe in Assam is known for its traditional boat racing?

The Mishing tribe is known for its traditional boat racing events, especially during the Ali Aye Ligang festival.


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