जनजातीय संस्कृति: बस्तर क्षेत्र का व्यापक अध्ययन (Tribal Culture: Study of Bastar Region) Hindi

Book Details:

• Author: निवेदिता वर्मा (Nivedita Verma)

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• ISBN: 9788131611388

• Language: Hindi

• Edition: 2022

• Pages: 300

• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book:

The Bastar region is renowned not only in India but also globally for its rich tribal culture. The tribal groups here have managed to preserve and develop their culture over a long history, keeping it intact through generations. This book provides a detailed study of the ancient yet rich cultural history of this region, shedding light on new facts and findings.

Due to the absence of literature and scripts, the history of most tribes has been primarily passed down through their rituals, traditions, oral sources, and archaeological findings. The cultural history of Bastar’s tribal society is revealed through their folk art, festivals, and rituals. For example, the Madiya tribe’s post-death memorials (referred to as 'Ursakal') serve as a reminder of the prehistoric culture of the region.

The book also presents a comparative study of Bastar's tribal culture on both national and international levels. This comparison highlights how geographical conditions influence cultural diversity. However, commonalities emerge on aspects like family structure, kinship systems, tribal councils, dance, music, and art, showing a uniformity in development across regions.

The book uses extensive research and in-depth studies to bring to life the history of human civilization through the tribal culture of Bastar. By exploring its historical background, it unveils the ancient history of tribal culture in a way that illuminates its profound significance.