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There are 3(three) major tribes in Lower Subansiri District namely Apatanis,
Nishis and Hill Miri. |
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Apatani
Tribe - The Apatanis belong to the Tibeto-Mongoloid
stock. All Apatanis trace their descent from one legendary ancestor,
ABOTANI. They migrated to this magnificent valley from northern areas,
beyond Khru and Kime rivers. This reveals from finding of three neolithic
belts at Parsiparlo and Raga circle and historical remains at Talle
Valley by Archoelogical findings. ..... More |
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Nishi
Tribe - The Nishis, also called Nishangs in the upper
areas are believed to belong to the Tibeto-Mongoloid stock. All Nishis
trace their descent from legendary ancestor, ABOTANI, whose sons are
believed to have been the fore father of three groups of clans known
as DOPUM, DODUM and DAL respectively. The Nishis, inhabitants of the
western half of the district, are migrated from northern area beyond
Khru and Kime river. .... More |
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Hill
Miri Tribe - The Hill Miris are fair in complexion.
Their main concentration is spread over Raga Circle. Main festival is
BOORIBOOT, which is being celebrated in the month of February with full
of rejoicing and enthusiasm. They weave elegant garments and are fond
of dance and music. The Socio-economic and political life of the Hill
Miris are almost similar to that of the Nishis. There are, of course,
certain regional differences. For example, the Hill Miri’s have
only three to four hearths, their head-dress is more elaborate and they
claim association with the Miri of the plains. |
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