Author : Yaminie Sharma 1
Date of Publication :22nd October 2020
Abstract: This paper lays out the historical background of how the term 'tribe' was created and supports the claims of its imperialist prejudiced roots. The role of anthropology as a discipline to aid in this project is analysed. In the Indian case, how the government settled with the classificatory term of Scheduled tribe is seen along with its complexities. The State has not clearly defined Scheduled tribes, which has led to various ambiguities. It has led to the State looking at Scheduled tribes as homogenous communities with primitive traits who are in need of protection and development. However, this stance has created problems for Scheduled tribes with a caste system in place. Most tribes of the Western Himalayan region come under this category. The oppressed section of these communities under the nomenclature of Scheduled Caste Dalits demand Constitutional status as their invisibility in law makes them doubly prone to legal and social injustices. The cases of Gaddis and Swanglas of Himachal Pradesh will be discussed.
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