The central government has declared November 15 as ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Divas’, commemorating the birth anniversary of freedom fighter Birsa Munda.
The declaration recognises tribal communities' glorious history and cultural heritage.
The day will be observed annually to recognise tribal efforts to preserve cultural heritage and promote Indian values of valour, hospitality, and national pride.
The festivities will last a week, from November 15 to November 22, 2021.
Birsa Munda gave his life in order to protect tribal culture and free the country from British rule.
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About List of Famous Tribes in India
Bhils Tribe: Rajasthan
Gonds Tribe: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Orissa, and Andhra Pradesh
Munda Tribe: Jharkhand and parts of Chattisgarh, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal.
Santhal Tribes: West Bengal, parts of Bihar, Odisha, and Assam
Toto Tribe: West Bengal
Bodo Tribe: Assam and parts of West Bengal and Nagaland.
Angami Tribe: Kohima in Nagaland
Bhutia Tribe: Sikkim, West Bengal, and Tripura
Khasi Tribe: Meghalaya, Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, and West Bengal
Garo Tribe: Meghalaya, Assam, Nagaland, and West Bengal.