The Cultural Heritage of Arunachal Pradesh

The Cultural Heritage of Arunachal Pradesh is an important scholarly contribution that explores the cultural landscape of Arunachal Pradesh, India’s borderland state and one of the most ethnically diverse regions. The volume emerges from a national seminar jointly organized by the Arunachal Institute of Tribal Studies, Rajiv Gandhi University, and the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, Bhopal, held on 11-12 February 2019. Comprising nineteen research papers and an introduction, the book brings together the insights of academics and researchers from diverse disciplines to examine both tangible and intangible forms of cultural heritage of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It delves into the traditional knowledge systems, religious practices, linguistic diversity, oral trad­itions, and ecological wisdom of the tribal communities of the state. Through multi­disciplinary perspectives, the contributors address critical issues of cultural preservation, transformation, and identity formation in a context of rapid globalization and social change. The chapters cover a wide range of themes, from archaeological and historical explorations, museum movements, and oral poetry, to food culture, traditional crafts, and linguistic revitalization efforts. Thus, the book, reflect the deep interconnections between culture, ecology, and spirituality in tribal life. By documenting these dimensions, the book proposes not only enriches academic discourse but also underscores the urgency of safe­guarding the region’s living traditions. The book stands as a comprehensive resource for scholars, policymakers, and readers interested in the enduring vibrancy and evolving dynamics of indigenous tangible and intangible cultures of Arunachal Pradesh.