Disadvantaged Tribes of India: Regional Concerns

Book Details

• Author: V. Srinivasa Rao (Ed.)

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2021

• ISBN: 9788131611647

• Pages: 376

• Cover: Hardback

About the Book

This insightful volume, edited by V. Srinivasa Rao, presents a compelling and comprehensive analysis of the multiple dimensions of tribal exclusion in India. As the nation marches forward with industrialization and development, the indigenous communities—particularly the tribals—are often left displaced, disenfranchised, and disempowered. Rich in natural resources, tribal regions have become focal points for developmental projects such as dams, mining, and industrial ventures, often leading to the exploitation of the land and its people for the benefit of non-tribal interests.

The book intricately dissects how the combined forces of the state, market, and even civil society contribute, directly or indirectly, to the systemic marginalization of tribal populations. With a strong policy-oriented introduction, the chapters are grouped into thematic sections exploring a range of issues including tribal policy, language and culture, identity politics, religion, globalization, and women's experiences. Drawing from micro-level regional studies and pan-Indian policy debates, the volume provides a rich empirical and theoretical grounding to understand the evolving socio-political landscape of India’s tribal communities.

Notably, the book delves into the impact of globalization on tribal lives, touching upon themes such as cultural erosion, health crises, legal struggles, and environmental degradation. It critically engages with the role of language, tradition, and resistance, offering valuable insights into how indigenous identities are negotiated and contested in contemporary India. Each chapter adds a unique layer to the central discourse, making this volume an indispensable resource for students, researchers, activists, and policymakers invested in tribal rights, development studies, and social justice.

With a diverse range of contributors and a multidimensional approach, the book stands as a timely scholarly intervention that challenges mainstream narratives and urges readers to reconsider the trajectory of development and inclusion in India.