Banjara’s in Karnataka: A socio-cultural study with special reference to Raichur district
- South Asian Journal of Socio-Political Studies
- 23(1), Jul-Dec, 2022: p.90-93
The Banjaras have a unique culture of their own, and they occupy an important role in Indian culture. Their lifestyle is unique which does not have anything in common either with the population of plain areas or with the local tribes, They are popularly called by various names including Banjaras, Lambadas, Sugali, Labhani in different parts of the country. More than 90 percent of Banjaras are now following the non-banjara tradition for marriages. There are several competing reassures for this change. The paper focuses on socio-cultural conditions of the present-day scenario of banjara tribes. It examines the various adverse impact of Banjara’s culture, working and living conditions. The present paper is an attempt to trace out socio cultural identity of the Banjaras from a historical perspective with special focus on Raichur District in Karnataka.- Reproduced