Tribals and the Indian Constitution: Functioning of Fifth Schedule in the State of Orissa

Book Details

• Author: N. K. Behura & Nilakantha Panigrahi

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Binding: Hardcover

• Pages: 400

• ISBN: 9788131600115

• Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.7 x 1.2 inches

About the Book

India is home to a rich diversity of ethnic groups, many of which belong to distinct socio-cultural identities. As one of the few nation-states that have made substantial preferential arrangements for its tribal communities, India is committed to the development of these groups. This book, based on an empirical study, critically evaluates the impact of various legislative measures and regulations enacted for the development of tribal communities, particularly in the state of Orissa.

The book provides an anthropological understanding of tribal development and outlines the socio-economic challenges faced by the tribes, such as indebtedness, the excise policy, the land tenure system, and the role of welfare agencies. It also covers the state of vulnerable tribal populations in Orissa and the development programmes aimed at addressing their concerns. The text offers a detailed review of the state’s efforts, as well as an in-depth analysis of the complexities of tribal development in India.

About the Author(s)

• N. K. Behura: Honorary Professor of Social Anthropology at Nabakrushna Choudhury Centre for Development Studies (NCDS), Bhubaneswar, and former Professor of Anthropology at Utkal University, Bhubaneswar. He has written 13 books and 112 research papers and has been awarded numerous professional honors.

• Nilakantha Panigrahi: Faculty member in Social Anthropology at NCDS, Bhubaneswar. He has worked with the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA) for over a decade and has authored three books and published 35 research papers on tribal development, community health, disaster management, and ethnicity.