TRIBES IN UTTARAKH STATUS AND DIVERSITY
HAND: DONE BY AAKANSHA KUMARI
THE PRIDE OF UT • Tribes of Uttarakhand mainly comprise fi tribe, Raji tribe, Buksa tribe and Bhotiya the largest tribal group of the state. Tr groups residing in the states. Every distr moderate percentage of tribal population concentration of tribal population is in th of total tribal population resides in rural population lives in urban centres. It is sa scheduled in constitution of India. Histor Uttrakhand are earliest settlers of this r concentrations were confined to remote h Uttarakhand special and more beautiful.
TTARAKHAND ive major groups named Jaunsari tribe, Tharu as. In terms of population Jaunsari tribe is ribes of Uttarakhand represent the ethnic rict of Uttarakhand has more or less a in the state of Uttarakhand the main he rural areas. As per records around 94.50% areas and the remaining percentage of tribal aid that officially Uttarakhand has been rical records suggest that the tribe of region of North India. In the past their main hilly and forest areas. This tribes make
JAUNSARI TRIBE • The Jaunsari Pahari live primarily in the No can refer to any mountain dwelling people indo-european speaking people of the Him distinguished by region, religion and caste w world second largest population India cont group over thousands of years .The counc subcontinent and have many have maintain languages are spoken in India the jaunsari c landowners, servants and brahmins. One’s
orthern state of Uttarakhand. The term Pahari but in North India is generally refers to malayas.The different Pahari growth can be with the culture over 4,000 years old and the tains a multitude of closely related people cil and groups have migrated into this ned extend cultures today more than 800 caste system has only three categories caste is determined by birth.
THARU TRIBE • The Tharu have lived quite simple life for fo make almost everything they use themselv their own Gods and follow a Bharra. Besid village headman, bhalamansa and the desi M people within the village.They are becomin chat in the evening is becoming more outw culture.
our centuries they are a gentle people they ves with a touch of Art in everything they have des the Bharra who treat their diseases the Mahajan an Indian money leader are important ng more aware of outside issue and fireside ward focused reflecting the changes in their
RAJJI TRIBE • Rajji people enjoy eating wild fruit and tree jewellery that is admired not many Rajji dr artistic and make handbags to sell in the m forest regions they work is gatherers colle agriculture growing their crops.They also m within their group and there are no child m family.
e root.The Rajji women wear large and heavy ress inthe customary tribal way they are very markets of India most people live in interior ecting honey from beehive fishing hunting and in make and sell farming tools.They do not marry marriages.The oldest man is the leader of the
BUKSA TRIBE • The Bhoksa or Buksa are tribal people who Central India.The word Bhoksa comes from root.The primary language of the Bhoksa i knowledge of Hindi so they can communic scheduled caste making them eligible for sp admissions.
o live in the foothills of the Himalayas in North m the word for mountain goat or a edible is there buksa language most men have some cate with outsiders.The bhoksa are classified as pecial consideration for public job and College
BHOTIYAS • India is a complex mosaic of ethnic linguist diversity it is very difficult to adequately de divided into four main categories. The Him Deccan Plateau and the eastern and weste geographical features climatic conditions ar bases ranging from tropical to temperate e
tic religious and social grouping because of this escribe any single people group India may have malayas the northern river plain regions the ern mountains because of its numerous re very diverse on both a seasonal and regional extremes.
Utta Simply H eaven or Uttaranchal
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Something about Uttara Uttarakhand formerly known as Uttaranch is often referred to as the \"Devbhumi\" (liter Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres foun known for the natural environment of the H regions. It borders the Tibet Autonomous R Sudurpaschim Pradesh of Nepal to the eas south and Himachal Pradesh to the west a divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with a tota Uttarakhand is Dehradun, the largest city o town in Chamoli district is the summer cap
akhand hal is a state in the northern part of India. It rally \"Land of the Gods\") due to numerous nd throughout the state. Uttarakhand is Himalayas, the Bhabar and the Terai Region of China to the north; the st; the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to the and north-west. The state is divided into two al of 13 districts. The winter capital of of the state, which is a railhead. Gairsain, a pital of Uttarakhand.
Facts for Uttarakhand ● The only state where forest cover is increasing. movement. People, in response to the reckless d be cut ● The legends of man-eaters of Uttarakhand are w before Jim Corbett killed him. A female Bengal t Jim Corbett has written a bestseller – Man-eate ● It is home to Valley of Flowers – UNESCO world and endangered flowers. ● It is home to Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. The with some major glaciers. ● World’s highest (altitude) road, the Mana Pass is ● Uttarakhand has the highest percentage of the t Indian state. ● Indian Military Academy (where Indian army offi
It is mainly due to the huge success of Chipko (to stick) deforestation, would hug the trees, not allowing them to world famous. A leopard of Kumaon killed 125 people tiger, called Champawat tiger killed around 450 people. ers of Kumaon, covering all the major man-eaters. d heritage site. It is a place with a diverse variety of exotic e whole area is home to incredible flora and fauna, along s in Uttarakhand. Though civilians are not allowed. total state population in Indian army than any other fficer recruits are trained) is in Dehradun.
Uttarakhand history. Uttarakhand, earlier known as Uttaranchal, referred to pilgrimage centre and it is a major destination for Hin 2000. Its Official Languages are Hindi and Sanskrit w Uttarakhand. Its Capital City is Dehradun. Its largest Himalayas, the State has international boundaries wit On its north-west lies Himachal Pradesh while on the Uttarakhand’s name is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning ‘land’, altogether simply meaning ‘Northern scriptures as the combined region of “Kedarkhand” (p (present-day Kumaon).
o the “Land of the Gods”. Uttarakhand is a great ndu Temples. It came into existence 9th November whereas Garhwali, Kumaoni also can be heard in city is also Dehradun. Located in the foothills of the th China (Tibet) in the north and Nepal in the east. e south is Uttar Pradesh. ds Uttara (उत्तर) meaning ‘north’, and khaṇḍa (खण्ड) n Land’. The name finds mention in early Hindu present day Garhwal) and “Manaskhand”
Uttarakhand finds mention in the ancient Hindu s Himavant. The Kushanas, Kunindas, Kanishka, S Chandra and Panwars and the British have ruled Bhoomi) because of its various holy places and a Uttarakhand offer pristine landscapes to the touri The State of Uttarakhand was earlier a part of the came into existence in 1902. In 1935, the name o Province. In January 1950, the United Province w remained a part of Uttar Pradesh before it was ca 2000. It is incepted as the 27th State of India.
scriptures as Kedarkhand, Manaskhand and Samudra Gupta, the Pauravas, Katuris, Palas, the it in turns. It is often the Land of Gods (Dev abundant shrines. The hilly regions of ists. e United Province of Agra and Awad which of the state was shortened of the United was renamed as Uttar Pradesh and Uttaranchal arved out of Uttar Pradesh on 09 November
The Government of U Governor: Krishan Kant Paul Chief Minister: President’s Rule Chief Justice: K. M. Joseph Legislature:Unicameral (71 seats) Parliamentary Constituencies:Ra :Lo
Uttarakhand [c] ajya Sabha (3 seats) ok Sabha (5 seats)
State Symbols of Utta Animal: Alpine Musk Deer Bird: Himalayan Monal Flower: Brahma Kamal Tree: Burans
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Wildlife Sanctuar ● Askot Musk Deer Wildlife Sanctuary ● Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary ● Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary ● Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary ● Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary ● Mussoorie Wildlife Sanctuary ● Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary
ries in Uttarakhand
National Parks in ● Corbett national park ● Gangotri national park ● Govind national park ● Nanda Devi national park ● Rajaji national park ● Valley of Flowers national park
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Rivers of Uttarakhan ● Alaknanda River ● Asan Barrage ● Baur River ● Bhagirathi River ● Bhilangna River ● Darma River ● Gola River ● Gori Ganga ● Jahnavi River ● River Pushpawati ● Saraswati River (Uttarakhand) ● Sharda River ● Song river (Dehradun) ● Tons River ● Vasukiganga River ● Yamuna
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Famous places of Uttarakhand Dehradun – Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, is situ of Dehradun is picturesque with Himalayan ranges in vie the city. Natural beauty apart, the place is famous for the constructions. Nainital- Famously referred to as the ‘Lake District of scenic delight that would be irresistible to any tourist. valley. With mountains on all sides, Nainital is where Mussoorie – Located at an altitude of 6000 feet, Mussoo snow-covered Himalayan peaks on view, the land abunda winters are chilling and the summers are pleasant. The be British army who made this place his residence in the yea since the discovery, the list of excited tourists to enjoy the
d uated at Himalayan foothills. The geographical location ew and River Ganges and River Yamuna on either side of splendid architectural display by some of the ancient f India’, Nainital, at 1938 meters above sea level, is a . It is located around the famous Naini Lake in a you need to be for a rendezvous with nature. orie, the ‘Queen of Hills’, is beauty personified. With ant in natural beauty has an excellent climate too. The eauty of the place mesmerized Captain Young of the ar 1820. Mussoorie has seen countless footprints ever e immense beauty of the place is growing
Rishikesh – Rishikesh is a blend of tranquillity and adven River Chandrabhaga and views of spectacular hills and va and camping captivate nature lovers; the tranquillity of th center touches the soul of pilgrims. Rishikesh is called th Haridwar – Haridwar is also called as the ‘Gateway to th ashrams located here. The city is considered holy and hen place to offer their prayers. It is also famous for the Kumb Kedarnath- a small town located in Garhwal Himalayan those who follow Hinduism. It houses the famous Kedarn mountains. Badrinath - is yet another popular pilgrimage centre in U Narayana, the mountain ranges. Located at an altitude of sure to grope for words to describe its immense beauty. B
nture. Its location at the confluence of River Ganges and arious adventurous activities such as trekking, rafting he place with the importance attached to it as a pilgrim he Yoga Capital of the world. he Lord’ thanks to a great number of temples and nce pilgrims from various parts of the world travel to the bh Mela, a festival, which is held once in twelve years. n Ranges is considered one of the holiest pilgrimages for nath temple. Kedarnath is located amidst majestic Uttarakhand. This town is located between Nar and 3133 meters and shadowed by Nilkantha Peak, you are Badrinath Temple is the main attraction here.
Famous personalities ● Govind Ballabh Pant, recipient of Bharat Pantnagar University on his name. ● Anushka Sharma, Film actress ● Ruskin Bond, English writer ● Abhinav Bindra – Shooter and won Olym 2008. ● Bachendri Pal – Mountaineer who in 198 the summit of Mount Everest.
s in Uttarakhand Ratna India’s highest civilian award, mpic gold in the 10 m Air Rifle event in 84 became the first Indian woman to reach
Uttarakhand culture 1. People Uttarakhand is home to multiple ethnic groups include the Jaunsari, Bhotia, Buxa, Tharu, and are called “Paharis.” 2. Languages The linguistics of the land directly reflects its people languages spoken here include Hindi, Garhwali, Ku is a wonderful place to introduce your kids to differe
s, each having its own culture. These groups d Raji. Sometimes, the people of this state e, and Uttarakhand is the same in this aspect. Common umaoni, Jaunsari, and Bhotiya, among others. The state ent cultures and ways of life.
3. Festivals The state’s love for color and celebration is c Some of these include Basant Panchami, Kh Jaat, Kangdali, and Makar Sankranti. Try boo of any of these festivals to experience the au 4. Fairs A great place for enjoyment, fairs are organiz offer an amazing way to soak in the overall c spend time enjoying the various stalls, game fairs of the region include Kanwad Yatra, Biss Festival, and Magh Mela.
constantly portrayed in its various festivals. hatarua, Kumaoni Holi, Hill Jatra, Chippla oking your family vacation around the time uthentic culture of Uttarakhand. zed with much gusto in this region. They culture of the place as you and the kids es, and performances. Some of the important su Mela, Nanda Devi Raj Jaat, Kangdali
5. Food High fiber and less dairy are the hallmarks of cuisine,” the most common ingredient used is include Kafuli, Fannah, Ras, Gulgula, Bhatt k 6. Music and Dance The serene landscape here fuels the creativity depict social or spiritual scenarios and the pop Hurkiya Baul, Baramasa, Saiddhali, and Pand Bhotia Dance, Chamfuli, and Chholia. The “Ba religious functions.
f cuisine in Uttarakhand. Also called “Pahari s buckwheat. Some of the popular dishes ki Churkani, and Arsa. y of Uttarakhand’s performers. Most songs pular ones are the Phag, Bair, Pavada, dav Songs. Some folk dances include the adra Nati” folk dance is performed during
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