16 Questions
Which tribe has the highest population in Jharkhand?
Santhals
How did the British establish peaceful relations with the people of Kolhan according to the text?
By implementing the Wilkinson law
What system did the Santhals obtain from the Sauria-Pahadia tribe?
Manjhi system
What led to a clash between the Santhals and the Pahadia tribe?
Refusal of subjugation by Pahadia
What did the British officers perceive about the people of Kolhan in terms of winning them over?
They can be won through consent
What is a significant aspect of the Santhal Pargana region discussed in the text?
'Saotar' community's origin
Which tribe is believed to have migrated to Jharkhand from Tibet?
Munda
Who destroyed the Asura culture of Jharkhand according to the text?
Munda
Which tribe is considered the oldest inhabiting the Jharkhand region?
Birhor
Who led the Munda tribe when they were driven out of southern Bihar?
Madra Munda
Which tribe is believed to have migrated from South India towards the north-west direction?
Birhor
Who was appointed as the leader of the Munda tribe according to the Archaeological Survey of India report?
Sutiya Pahan
Which tribe is considered the oldest primitive tribe inhabiting Jharkhand?
Asura
Who is believed to be the descendants of the Asura tribe in Jharkhand?
Blacksmith tribes
Where is the first settlement of the Khadia tribe in Jharkhand found?
Pora on the banks of the southern Koyal River
What is the significance of Asuragadhas in Jharkhand?
Dwellings built by the Asura tribe
Study Notes
Tribal Settlement in Jharkhand
- The Birhors, along with Asuras and Khadias, are the oldest tribes inhabiting the Jharkhand region.
- Mundas and Oraons have been the dominant tribes in Jharkhand, with the Munda people believed to have destroyed the Asura culture.
Munda Tribe
- The Munda tribe is believed to have originated from Tibet and lived in southern Bihar before settling in Chhota Nagpur.
- They played an important role in establishing the historical Nag dynasty in the first century.
- The Mundas were led by Madra Munda and were driven out of southern Bihar by Cheras, Oraons, and Kharwars.
Oraon Tribe
- The Oraon tribe, related to the Dravidians, migrated from South India to north-west India and settled in the mountainous regions of Rohtas.
- They are believed to have settled in Jharkhand after being opposed by the Munda, Chero, and Kharwar tribes.
Early History of Jharkhand
- Chhota Nagpur was originally covered in forest areas and surrounded by dense forests and hills, attracting primitive tribes.
- The region was frequently invaded, and tribes such as the Asura, Khadia, Birhor, Korba, Munda, Oraon, and Santhal settled in the area.
Asura Tribe
- The Asura tribe was the oldest primitive tribe inhabiting Jharkhand, using iron for a livelihood from the Neolithic period to the later Vedic period.
- They were skilled in building art and possibly ancestors of present-day blacksmith tribes.
Khadia Tribe
- The Khadia tribe is found in Singhbhum and Manbhum regions, with physio-cultural characteristics similar to the Dravidian family.
- They have a distinct settlement in Pora on the banks of the southern Koyal River.
Ho Tribe
- The Ho tribe has a glorious history, with the British recognizing their self-government system through the Wilkinson law.
- The tribe struggled for its identity and is known for its strong sense of self-governance.
Santhal Tribe
- The Santhals are one of the majority tribes in Jharkhand, a systematic farming tribe with the highest tribal population.
- They originally lived in Bengal before coming to Jharkhand, where they were called 'Saotar'.
- The Santhals obtained the Manjhi system from the Sauria-Pahadia tribe.
Explore the early history and culture of Jharkhand focusing on the settlement of tribes in the region. Learn about the various tribes like Asura, Khadia, Munda, Oraon, and Ho who inhabited the dense forests and hills of Chhota Nagpur.
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