Attitude of the British towards the Tribal Community in 19th and Ealry days of 20th Century

Abstract

The lifestyle of the tribal communities is different from people living in plain areas. They have their own culture. Their festivals depend upon nature and the forces of nature. Their customs and beliefs are not known to the people living in the plain areas. The British tried to disturb their cultural entities and their lifestyle. Unnecessary actions have been imposed and the tribals are subjected to cruel methods. Their natural resources have been exploited. The tribal labour was forced to exploit the minerals from their own motherland. The forests have been destroyed by the British, which have been considered as the birthplace of the tribes. The profession of the tribal community has been totally disturbed and they are sent to work in the plain areas. Their places have been disturbed and land was occupied for mining activities. For their own settlement, the British have destroyed the hill tracts and other resources have been disturbed. The trees have been cut off and the labour who depend upon the trees and hills for their livelihood has been thrown out of employment. These unbearable situations forced the tribal leaders to raise revolts against the British. The Rampa Rebellion, Lagarai Revolt, and other minor revolts have shaken the British administration. All these issues have been discussed in this article.