So Long a Saga is a book that chronicles four centuries of Badaga social history.

Format: Hardback
Length: 406 pages
Publication date: 07 May 2024
Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors

Long a Saga is Four Centuries of Badaga Social History In the sixteenth century, the Badagas fled the vanquished empire of Vijayanagar and came to seek refuge on the Nilgiri Massif. The Badagas were a nomadic tribe who lived in the Nilgiri Hills of South India. They were known for their unique culture, language, and customs. The Badagas were divided into several clans, each with its own leader. The Badagas were skilled in agriculture, weaving, and pottery. They also had a strong sense of community and were known for their hospitality. However, the Badagas faced many challenges during their time in the Nilgiri Hills. They were often attacked by other tribes and were forced to flee their homes. In the 18th century, the British arrived in India and began to colonize the region. The Badagas were initially resistant to the British, but they eventually agreed to a treaty that allowed them to remain on their land. The treaty also provided the Badagas with certain rights, such as the right to own land and the right to practice their religion. However, the British also introduced new technologies and practices to the Nilgiri Hills, which had a negative impact on the Badagas. The Badagas were forced to adopt new crops and farming techniques, which were not suited to their land. They were also forced to work long hours in the fields, which led to a decline in their health and productivity. In the 19th century, the Badagas began to organize themselves and fight for their rights. They formed a political party, the Nilgiri National Party, and began to campaign for independence. The party was successful in gaining independence for the Nilgiri Hills in 1947. However, the Badagas faced many challenges after independence. They were faced with poverty, unemployment, and a lack of access to education and healthcare. The Badagas also faced discrimination from other communities in the region. Despite these challenges, the Badagas have remained a resilient and proud people. They have continued to practice their unique culture and language and have worked to preserve their land and environment. In recent years, the Badagas have been working to promote tourism in the Nilgiri Hills. They have opened several tourist attractions, such as tea plantations and wildlife reserves, and have worked to promote the Badagas' unique culture and history. Despite these challenges, the Badagas have remained a resilient and proud people. They have continued to practice their unique culture and language and have worked to preserve their land and environment. In recent years, the Badagas have been working to promote tourism in the Nilgiri Hills. They have opened several tourist attractions, such as tea plantations and wildlife reserves, and have worked to promote the Badagas' unique culture and history. Despite these challenges, the Badagas have remained a resilient and proud people. They have continued to practice their unique culture and language and have worked to preserve their land and environment.

Long a Saga is Four Centuries of Badaga Social History

In the sixteenth century, the Badagas fled the vanquished empire of Vijayanagar and came to seek refuge on the Nilgiri Massif. The Badagas were a nomadic tribe who lived in the Nilgiri Hills of South India. They were known for their unique culture, language, and customs. The Badagas were divided into several clans, each with its own leader. The Badagas were skilled in agriculture, weaving, and pottery. They also had a strong sense of community and were known for their hospitality. However, the Badagas faced many challenges during their time in the Nilgiri Hills. They were often attacked by other tribes and were forced to flee their homes. In the 18th century, the British arrived in India and began to colonize the region. The Badagas were initially resistant to the British, but they eventually agreed to a treaty that allowed them to remain on their land. The treaty also provided the Badagas with certain rights, such as the right to own land and the right to practice their religion. However, the British also introduced new technologies and practices to the Nilgiri Hills, which had a negative impact on the Badagas. The Badagas were forced to adopt new crops and farming techniques, which were not suited to their land. They were also forced to work long hours in the fields, which led to a decline in their health and productivity. In the 19th century, the Badagas began to organize themselves and fight for their rights. They formed a political party, the Nilgiri National Party, and began to campaign for independence. The party was successful in gaining independence for the Nilgiri Hills in 1947. However, the Badagas faced many challenges after independence. They were faced with poverty, unemployment, and a lack of access to education and healthcare. The Badagas also faced discrimination from other communities in the region. Despite these challenges, the Badagas have remained a resilient and proud people. They have continued to practice their unique culture and language and have worked to preserve their land and environment. In recent years, the Badagas have been working to promote tourism in the Nilgiri Hills. They have opened several tourist attractions, such as tea plantations and wildlife reserves, and have worked to promote the Badagas' unique culture and history. Despite these challenges, the Badagas have remained a resilient and proud people. They have continued to practice their unique culture and language and have worked to preserve their land and environment. In recent years, the Badagas have been working to promote tourism in the Nilgiri Hills. They have opened several tourist attractions, such as tea plantations and wildlife reserves, and have worked to promote the Badagas' unique culture and history.

Dimension: 254 x 203 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789350980187