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Where is Karbi?
Assam
The Karbis mentioned as the Mikir in the Constitution Order of the Government of India, are one of the major indigenous ethnic tribe in Northeast India and especially in the hill areas of Assam. They prefer to call themselves Karbi, and sometimes Arleng(literally “man” in the Karbi language).
What is the name of dormitory of Karbi?
The bachelors’ dormitory of the Karbis, which is variously known as the Terang Ahem, Terang Hangbar, Farla, but more popular as “JIRKEDAM”.
In which state is the mikir Hills extended?
Mikir Hills are a group of hills located to the south of the Kaziranga National Park, Assam. The easternmost Meghalaya comprising the detached Mikir Hills is partly isolated being surrounded by three sides. Karbi plateau or Mikir Hills is known oldest landform in Assam.
Which tribe is known as mikir?
The major locus of their culture is within the Mikir Hills of Assam, but they are also dispersed throughout the Golaghat Subdivision of the Sibsagar District, Nowgong, Kamrup, the Khasi Hills, and the Cachar Hills. Mikir, a name of uncertain derivation, is the name given to this people by their Assamese neighbors.
What is the highest peak of Karbi Hills?
Singhason Peak
Even though, the district is dotted with hills, a few of which can be categorized into Mountain. Among them, the highest is the Singhason Peak which is at about 1360 metres above the sea level.
Who is the father of Karbi?
Semsonsing Ingti was an Indian social and economic reformer and author. He has been called the Father of the Karbi people, for his work in uniting the Karbi, an indigenous ethnic group of Assam in Northeast India concentrated in the region of Assam. He was also called Lametpo during his heyday.
Is mikir hills part of Himalaya?
The north-western border of Purvanchal meets the state of Meghalaya and the region where a hill range known as Mikir hills starts. All these are part of the Himalayas. From west to east, the mountain ranges are situated in the order Garo – Khasi -Jaintia -Naga hills.
What is the belief reason behind celebrating Rongker by the Karbi tribe?
It is observed in order to appease the local deities, associated with the welfare of the village and the harvest of crops and also to get rid of all evil happenings.