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Evolution of Indian Culture and Civilization

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Evolution of Indian Culture and Civilization,Nirmal Kumar Bose,All India,”Bose’s studies highlighted the syncretic evolution of Indian culture, integrating Aryan and Dravidian elements, influencing social structures and religious practices.”

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Palaeo-Anthropological Evidences from India

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Palaeo-Anthropological Evidences from India,Shanti Pappu,Attirampakkam, Tamil Nadu,”Pappu’s discovery of Acheulian tools dated to 1.5 million years ago, showing early human activity and cognitive development in the Indian subcontinent.”

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Ethno-archaeology in India

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Ethno-archaeology in India,V.N. Misra,Bagor, Rajasthan,”Misra’s work on the Bagor site demonstrated the continuity of prehistoric practices in contemporary tribal communities, bridging past and present lifestyles.”

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Demographic Profile of India

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Demographic Profile of India,Ashish Bose,All India,”Bose’s analysis of population data led to the coining of the term ““BIMARU”” states, highlighting regional disparities in health and development indicators.”

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Structure and Nature of Traditional Indian Social System

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Structure and Nature of Traditional Indian Social System,M.N. Srinivas,Rampura, Karnataka,”Srinivas’ concept of ““Sanskritization”” explained the mobility within the caste system, showing how lower castes adopted upper-caste practices to climb the social hierarchy.”

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Caste System in India

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Caste System in India,Louis Dumont,Tamil Nadu,”Dumont’s work in Tamil Nadu emphasized the hierarchical nature of the caste system, portraying it as an essential feature of Indian social structure with religious and social dimensions.”

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Sacred Complex and Nature-Man-Spirit Complex

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Sacred Complex and Nature-Man-Spirit Complex,L.P. Vidyarthi,Gaya, Bihar,”Vidyarthi’s studies in Gaya illustrated the interconnectedness of the sacred complex, nature-man-spirit relations, showing how religious practices and beliefs are interwoven with the environment and social life.”

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Classical Indian Anthropologist

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Classical Indian Anthropologist,Verrier Elwin,Central India,”Elwin’s work with tribal communities in Central India documented their rich cultural traditions and advocated for their rights, influencing India’s tribal policies and anthropology.”

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Impact of Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, and Christianity on Indian society

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Impact of Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, and Christianity on Indian Society,A.K. Saran,Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh,”Saran’s comparative analysis highlighted how Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, and Christianity transformed Indian society, impacting social norms, ethical values, and community structures.”

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Emergence, Growth, and Development in India: Contributions of Scholars and Anthropologists

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Emergence, Growth, and Development in India: Contributions of Scholars and Anthropologists,D.N. Majumdar,Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh,”Majumdar’s contributions to Indian anthropology through his extensive fieldwork and studies on tribes and rural communities provided foundational insights into the social fabric and cultural dynamics of India.”

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Indian Village

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Indian Village,M.N. Srinivas,Rampura, Karnataka,”Srinivas’ study of Rampura provided deep insights into the social structure and dynamics of Indian villages, emphasizing the importance of caste, kinship, and local politics.”

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Linguistic and Religious Minorities in India

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Linguistic and Religious Minorities in India,B.K. Roy Burman,North-East India,”Roy Burman’s research on linguistic and religious minorities in North-East India highlighted the complex interplay of language, religion, and identity, emphasizing the need for inclusive policies.”

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Indigenous and Exogenous Processes of Socio-Cultural Change in Indian Society

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Indigenous and Exogenous Processes of Socio-Cultural Change in Indian Society,S.C. Dube,Shamirpet, Telangana,”Dube’s work in Shamirpet showcased how indigenous traditions and external influences (e.g., colonialism, modernization) collectively shaped socio-cultural changes in Indian society.”

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Tribal Situation in India

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Tribal Situation in India,Christoph von Fürer-Haimendorf,Arunachal Pradesh,”Fürer-Haimendorf’s ethnographic work in Arunachal Pradesh documented the diverse tribal cultures, their traditional lifestyles, and the challenges they face due to modernization and state policies.”

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Problems of Tribal Communities

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Problems of Tribal Communities,L.P. Vidyarthi,Jharkhand,”Vidyarthi’s research on tribal communities in Jharkhand identified critical issues like land alienation, exploitation, and the impact of industrialization on tribal livelihoods, advocating for better policy interventions.”

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Developmental Projects and their Impact on Tribal Communities

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Developmental Projects and their Impact on Tribal Communities,Felix Padel,Niyamgiri Hills, Odisha,”Padel’s study highlighted how developmental projects like mining in Niyamgiri adversely affected the Dongria Kondh tribe, threatening their cultural and ecological integrity.”

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Problems of Exploitation and Deprivation of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes

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Problems of Exploitation and Deprivation of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes,Ghanshyam Shah,Gujarat,”Shah’s research in Gujarat exposed the systematic exploitation and socio-economic deprivation faced by marginalized groups, influencing policies towards inclusive development.”

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Social Change and Contemporary Tribal Societies

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Social Change and Contemporary Tribal Societies,Surajit Sinha,Bastar, Chhattisgarh,”Sinha’s studies in Bastar documented how globalization and urbanization are reshaping tribal identities and socio-economic structures, fostering both challenges and opportunities.”

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Concept of Ethnicity and Tribal Societies

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Concept of Ethnicity and Tribal Societies,G.N. Devy,Western Ghats, Karnataka,”Devy’s exploration of ethnicity among tribes in the Western Ghats underscored the fluidity and contested nature of ethnic identities, influenced by historical, ecological, and social factors.”

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Impact of Religions on Tribal Societies

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Impact of Religions on Tribal Societies,Verrier Elwin,Central India,”Elwin’s research highlighted how Hinduism and Christianity interact with tribal belief systems in Central India, shaping cultural practices and social dynamics among tribal communities.”

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Tribe and Nation-State

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Tribe and Nation-State,Virginius Xaxa,Northeast India,”Xaxa’s research examined the complexities of tribal identity and governance within the Indian nation-state, highlighting issues of autonomy, representation, and cultural preservation.”

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History of Administration of Tribal Areas and Tribal Development

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History of Administration of Tribal Areas and Tribal Development,N. S. Reddy,Andhra Pradesh,”Reddy’s historical analysis traced the evolution of tribal administration in Andhra Pradesh, from colonial policies to post-independence development initiatives, assessing their impact on tribal communities.”

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Role of Anthropology in Tribal and Rural Development

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Role of Anthropology in Tribal and Rural Development,M.N. Srinivas,Karnataka,”Srinivas’ application of anthropological insights in Karnataka highlighted the importance of understanding local cultures and social structures in designing effective rural and tribal development programs.”

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Contributions of Anthropology to Understanding Regionalism, Communalism, and Political Movements

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Contributions of Anthropology to Understanding Regionalism, Communalism, and Political Movements,D.N. Majumdar,Uttar Pradesh,”Majumdar’s studies in Uttar Pradesh provided critical insights into how anthropology can illuminate the dynamics of regionalism, communal tensions, and political movements, fostering informed policymaking and social cohesion.”