#Tribal_communities_in_India
#Tribal_issues
Weak health infra reason for increasing debt burden on tribal families: NCST chairman
https://theprint.in/india/weak-health-infra-reason-for-increasing-debt-burden-on-tribal-families-ncst-chairman/877990/?amp
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Weak health infra reason for increasing debt burden on tribal families: NCST chairman
https://theprint.in/india/weak-health-infra-reason-for-increasing-debt-burden-on-tribal-families-ncst-chairman/877990/?amp
ThePrint
Weak health infra reason for increasing debt burden on tribal families: NCST chairman
New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) A weak health infrastructure in tribal areas is the reason for an increasing debt burden on tribal families facing health issues, Chairman of National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) Harsh Chouhan said. “Tribal health infrastructure…
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Development Induced displacement
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/par-tapi-narmada-river-linking-project-protests-explained-7826710/
Development Induced displacement
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/par-tapi-narmada-river-linking-project-protests-explained-7826710/
The Indian Express
Explained: What is Par Tapi Narmada river-linking project & why are tribals in Gujarat protesting against it?
What is the Par Tapi Narmada river link project, why are tribals protesting and how will it affect the BJP government in Gujarat ahead of assembly elections?
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#Tribal_issues
Why is there a surge of violence against Tribals in India?
https://theleaflet.in/why-is-there-a-surge-of-violence-against-tribals-in-india/
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Why is there a surge of violence against Tribals in India?
https://theleaflet.in/why-is-there-a-surge-of-violence-against-tribals-in-india/
The Leaflet
Why is there a surge of violence against Tribals in India? – The Leaflet
There is a huge gap between the democratic ideals which the Indian State proclaims and the lived encounters of adivasis with the State. Adivasis are situated at the margins of society; any kind of systemic violence they face arises from the everyday socio…
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#Environmental_movements
#Crisis_of_development_displacement_environmentalproblems_sustainability
The Struggle for Narmada: An Oral History of the Narmada Bachao Andolan’, by Tribals
https://scroll.in/article/1022865/watching-a-home-being-submerged-taking-on-the-state-an-account-of-the-narmada-stir-by-adivasis
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#Crisis_of_development_displacement_environmentalproblems_sustainability
The Struggle for Narmada: An Oral History of the Narmada Bachao Andolan’, by Tribals
https://scroll.in/article/1022865/watching-a-home-being-submerged-taking-on-the-state-an-account-of-the-narmada-stir-by-adivasis
Scroll.in
Watching a home being submerged, taking on the state: An account of the Narmada stir by Adivasis
Excerpts from ‘The Struggle for Narmada: An Oral History of the Narmada Bachao Andolan’, by Adivasi leaders Keshavbhau and Kevalsingh Vasave.
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#tribal_policies
#sex_ratio_infant_mortality
To plug infant deaths among tribals, project to improve women health
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/to-plug-infant-deaths-among-tribals-project-to-improve-women-health-7900090/ To
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#sex_ratio_infant_mortality
To plug infant deaths among tribals, project to improve women health
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/to-plug-infant-deaths-among-tribals-project-to-improve-women-health-7900090/ To
The Indian Express
To plug infant deaths among tribals, project to improve women health
Data from the state integrated tribal development project (ITDP) shows that since 2012, as many as 137 tribal infant deaths have occurred. In addition, there have been around 300 abortions, 90 intrauterine deaths and 21 stillbirths during the period. As a…
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#Patriarchy
#tribal_issues
Patriarchy Within Tribal Communities: How Broad Frameworks Limit Rights Discussions
https://livewire.thewire.in/rights/patriarchy-within-tribal-communities-how-broad-frameworks-limit-rights-discussions/
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#tribal_issues
Patriarchy Within Tribal Communities: How Broad Frameworks Limit Rights Discussions
https://livewire.thewire.in/rights/patriarchy-within-tribal-communities-how-broad-frameworks-limit-rights-discussions/
Live Wire
Patriarchy Within Tribal Communities: How Broad Frameworks Limit Rights Discussions
A Tribal Studies PhD research scholar talks of the inequality and discrimination faced by indigenous women, and the existence of a dangerous homogenisation of tribal issues.
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#Stratification_and_mobility
#tribal_issues
Casteism in Campus: Eklavyas must not fall victim to Dronacharyas in this era
https://www.deccanherald.com/specials/casteism-in-campus-eklavyas-must-not-fall-victim-to-dronacharyas-in-this-era-1194779.html
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#tribal_issues
Casteism in Campus: Eklavyas must not fall victim to Dronacharyas in this era
https://www.deccanherald.com/specials/casteism-in-campus-eklavyas-must-not-fall-victim-to-dronacharyas-in-this-era-1194779.html
Deccan Herald
Casteism in Campus: Eklavyas must not fall victim to Dronacharyas in this era
The specter of Dronacharya haunts the institutions of higher education. Even 75 years after Independence, university education in India still appears to be a fiefdom of the few elite castes. Though,
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#tribal_issues
#land_reforms
Enduring Poverty & Land Dispossession, Adivasis Must be Empowered for Self-rule
https://www.thequint.com/opinion/enduring-poverty-land-dispossession-adivasis-must-be-empowered-for-self-rule
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#land_reforms
Enduring Poverty & Land Dispossession, Adivasis Must be Empowered for Self-rule
https://www.thequint.com/opinion/enduring-poverty-land-dispossession-adivasis-must-be-empowered-for-self-rule
TheQuint
Enduring Poverty & Land Dispossession, Adivasis Must be Empowered for Self-rule
In recent decades, civil society organisations have introduced an array of programmes to boost services in areas such as education, healthcare, and sanitation, where inequities run deep.
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#tribal_issues
How women’s movement in Manipur became a platform for chauvinist elements
https://theprint.in/opinion/security-code/how-womens-movement-in-manipur-became-a-platform-for-chauvinist-elements/1665221/
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How women’s movement in Manipur became a platform for chauvinist elements
https://theprint.in/opinion/security-code/how-womens-movement-in-manipur-became-a-platform-for-chauvinist-elements/1665221/
ThePrint
How women’s movement in Manipur became a platform for chauvinist elements
Few places in India have seen a sustained women’s movement of the kind seen in Manipur—but the grinding ethnic war tearing the state apart has revealed it also has an ugly face.
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#tribal_issues
#Colonialism
Liberated 70 yrs ago, former 'criminal tribes' continue to endure stigma, discrimination
https://www.counterview.net/2023/07/liberated-70-yrs-ago-former-criminal.html
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#Colonialism
Liberated 70 yrs ago, former 'criminal tribes' continue to endure stigma, discrimination
https://www.counterview.net/2023/07/liberated-70-yrs-ago-former-criminal.html
www.counterview.net
'Liberated' 70 yrs ago, former 'criminal tribes' continue to endure stigma, discrimination
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A dilemma over tribal land rights in Odisha
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/tribal-land-rights-in-odisha-osatip/article67562221.ece
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A dilemma over tribal land rights in Odisha
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/tribal-land-rights-in-odisha-osatip/article67562221.ece
The Hindu
A dilemma over tribal land rights in Odisha
Government’s decision to amend OSATIP to allow tribals to transfer land to non-tribals sparked controversy, forcing it to put the decision on hold. The amendment included a rider to prevent tribal sellers/mortgagors from being landless/homestead-less. Previous…
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#welfare_schemes
What does a special package mean for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups?
* Pradhan Mantri-Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/what-does-a-special-package-mean-for-particularly-vulnerable-tribal-groups-explained/article67622417.ece
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What does a special package mean for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups?
* Pradhan Mantri-Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/what-does-a-special-package-mean-for-particularly-vulnerable-tribal-groups-explained/article67622417.ece
The Hindu
What does a special package mean for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups? | Explained
Where do the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups live in India? What is their population? Why is so little known about them? When was the last count done? How is the Pradhan Mantri-Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme expected to benefit…
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#tribal_issues
#Constitution_law_and_Social_change
An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/an-uphill-struggle-to-grow-the-forest-rights-act/article67648241.ece
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#Constitution_law_and_Social_change
An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/an-uphill-struggle-to-grow-the-forest-rights-act/article67648241.ece
The Hindu
An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act
The biggest lacuna in the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act implementation is the incomplete recognition of community rights to manage forests
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#welfare_schemes
How the PM JANMAN scheme can help Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
* Pradhan Mantri-Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN). Aimed at uplifting Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/pm-janman-scheme-particularly-vulnerable-tribal-groups-9085355/
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How the PM JANMAN scheme can help Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
* Pradhan Mantri-Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN). Aimed at uplifting Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/pm-janman-scheme-particularly-vulnerable-tribal-groups-9085355/
The Indian Express
Experts Explain: How the PM JANMAN scheme can help Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
Who are PVTGs? What challenges have govt schemes for their development faced so far? How does the PM JANMAN aim to be different? Two senior officials explain.
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#inequality_exclusion
A tribe in the Western Ghats in need of a lifeline
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-tribe-in-the-western-ghats-in-need-of-a-lifeline/article67939999.ece
#inequality_exclusion
A tribe in the Western Ghats in need of a lifeline
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-tribe-in-the-western-ghats-in-need-of-a-lifeline/article67939999.ece
The Hindu
A tribe in the Western Ghats in need of a lifeline
Social issues that concern tribes such as the Phani Yerava need to be taken up seriously and steps taken that are in the best interest of those groups
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#welfare_schemes
A door to a housing scheme, tribals find hard to open
* PM JANMAN: Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan
The Scheme is aimed at providing PVTG households and habitations.
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-door-to-a-housing-scheme-tribals-find-hard-to-open/article68219126.ece
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A door to a housing scheme, tribals find hard to open
* PM JANMAN: Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan
The Scheme is aimed at providing PVTG households and habitations.
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-door-to-a-housing-scheme-tribals-find-hard-to-open/article68219126.ece
The Hindu
A door to a housing scheme, tribals find hard to open
If set right, the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan presents yet another opportunity to transform the lives of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
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#social_movements_in_India
Birsa Munda’s 124th death anniversary: Significance of the tribal leader’s contributions
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-history/birsa-munda-death-anniversary-life-9382021/
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Birsa Munda’s 124th death anniversary: Significance of the tribal leader’s contributions
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-history/birsa-munda-death-anniversary-life-9382021/
The Indian Express
Birsa Munda’s 124th death anniversary: Significance of the tribal leader’s contributions
Birsa Munda achieved a God-like status among his followers and led one of the earliest tribal struggles against British rule. Here is a brief look at his life.