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India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
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Tribe Name |
Region |
Features |
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Warli |
Palghar, Thane |
Famous for Warli paintings, rice cultivation |
|
Bhils |
Nandurbar, Dhule |
Hunter-gatherer origins, bow-making skills |
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Gonds |
Gadchiroli, Chandrapur |
Worship nature, known for folk songs and festivals |
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Katkaris |
Raigad, Pune, Palghar |
Nomadic tribe, known for honey collection and bamboo craft |
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Korkus |
Amravati, Melghat Hills |
Speak Korku language, millet cultivation |
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Pardhi, Baiga |
Nagpur, Jalgaon, Nashik belts |
Nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes |
Maharashtra has about 9.4% of its population as Scheduled Tribes (2011 Census), and efforts have been made to preserve and showcase their unique cultural heritage.