My Culture, My Identity: The Spirit of Arunachal Pradesh

 

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Today, as an indigenous part of an indigenous tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, I want to illuminate our true identity.

"For the Indigenous tribes of Arunachal Pradesh, Identity isn't found in external corridors but deeply woven into the ancient framework of our culture and traditions, passed down through generations". 

It's a profound irony that we often seek the core of our identity beyond our own thresholds. For the indigenous tribes of Arunachal Pradesh, identity isn't found in external corridors but deeply woven into the ancient framework of our culture and traditions, passed down through generations.

Our existence is fundamentally bound to nature-the celestial movement of the sun and the moon, the nurturing embrace of our land, forests and rivers that have sustained us for ages. This profound connection is more than mere appreciation; It's a fundamental belief system. We honor nature for its boundless provision, reciprocating through time-honored practices.

What might be perceived as animistic rituals- be it the ceremonial sacrifices, vibrant festivals or sacred performances- are, in truth, the very essence of our unique worldview, our gratitude and our unbreakable bond with the environment that defines us.

We are not separated from others; rather, we possess our distinct beliefs, our unique culture and our cherished traditions. It is this very identity that we are bound to preserve and protect, ensuring its continuity for every generation to come.