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The Resurgent Demand for “tipraland” in Tripura: Contexts and Implications

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Contemporary politics in Tripura is marked by the resurgence of the contentious demand for “Tipraland” – separate statehood for tribals. Based on the data derived from interview and secondary sources, this essay provides a critical examination of the context and factors behind the resurgence of this demand and its potential long-term implications for peace and stability in the state. It argues that strident articulation of identity politics by the tribals in Tripura, in the form of Tipraland, will remain so long as their legitimate concerns over land, identity, and marginalization remain unaddressed.

Source: Towards Excellence

DOI: 10.37867/te150425

Authors: Amaresh Debbarma, Khaikholen Haokip

Institution: Central University of Gujarat

Language: English

Topic: South Asian Studies and Conflicts

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4406532905

FWCI: 0.522

Cites: 2

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10