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Comprehensive Analysis of the Asur Tribe of Jharkhand: A Multidisciplinary Perspective

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The Asur tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) in Jharkhand, India, exemplifies the intersection of cultural resilience and socio-economic vulnerability. With a population of approximately 22,459 in Jharkhand (Census of India, 2011), their historical prominence as iron-smelters has waned under the pressures of modernization, mining, and land alienation. This paper employs a multidisciplinary framework—integrating anthropology, history, sociology, and economics—to examine their cultural practices, economic transitions, and contemporary challenges. Notable cultural traits, such as mourning during Dussehra and the use of the Asuri language, underscore their distinct identity, while poverty, illiteracy, and environmental degradation threaten their survival. The study advocates for culturally sensitive development policies to preserve their heritage and enhance their socio-economic status, contributing to broader discourse on indigenous rights and sustainability.

Source: International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

DOI: 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.39937

Authors: AKASH RAVEN, SADHAN MURMU

Language: English

Topic: Indigenous Cultures and History

Subfield: Anthropology

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Decent work and economic growth, No poverty

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4408844668

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