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Preserving Culture & our Indigenous Identity with changing times in Arunachal

Start Date: 31-10-2022
End Date: 31-01-2023

In order to retain the knowledge and insights of the past, it is imperative for the current and all future generations to preserve the rich culture and history adhering to a ...

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Preserving Culture & our Indigenous Identity with changing times in Arunachal

In order to retain the knowledge and insights of the past, it is imperative for the current and all future generations to preserve the rich culture and history adhering to a region. As the largest Northeastern state in India, Arunachal Pradesh presents a diverse and widespread amalgamation of indigenous culture and history of the many tribes that call it home. The region has been predominantly inhabited by indigenous people since time immemorial, having a distinct history, food, traditions, dialect, custom, culture, and heritage.

The lifestyles of the indigenous communities residing in Arunachal are simplistic and sustainable. Their practice of worshiping nature as supreme and believing that it is the ultimate giver implies the importance of nature and its impact on the community. And because of the immense traditional values it holds, they strive and swear to protect nature and its resources.

Understanding of traditional knowledge and methods is possible through preservation of culture, which is then passed down from generation to generation through stories, dances, poems, music, carvings, paintings, and renditions. Sharing inventions and practices developed over the centuries among indigenous societies require a profound understanding of the past; that have been carefully preserved till now.

At the same time, the region is catching up with changing technologies and advancements - an evolutionary trend that can potentially fade away past culture and traditional values, in the absence of carefully implemented preservation techniques.

Government of Arunachal Pradesh, through the MyGov Arunachal platform, invites ideas suggesting effective methods of cultural preservation in the state of Arunachal with changing times and advancement.

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BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we engage with indigenous community?
A great way to start is to connect with your local Indigenous community. There are some information about engaging locally. Engaging begins with getting to know community members, supporting community initiatives, attending community events and learning as much as we can do.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we encourage a strong sense of identity for Indigenous children in state?
Creating culturally safe, welcoming environments that encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait family members to spend time in a service is one way to recognize the importance of family. Children feel a strong sense of identity when their families are honoured, celebrated and included at their service.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we support cultural identity of Indigenous children in State?
Support the child to learn and maintain his traditional language. Provide regular opportunities for her to take part in traditional activities. Fish, gather berries, prepare and eat traditional foods together. Provide regular opportunities for him to take part in community events.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How do indigenous peoples preserve their traditional culture while adapting to modern life?
Indigenous peoples preserve their traditional culture while adapting to modern life because indigenous people are believed to have their own set or rituals of living their life. Explanation: Apart from these sort of people, others try to adapt various cultures taking along with their living.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we show respect and help the indigenous people in state?
Make a plan to support Indigenous communities in our area by donating money to local Indigenous organizations, supporting their movements and campaigns or committing to returning land. Being an ally to Indigenous Peoples means grappling with the fact that we live on stolen land.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

What is the best way to support indigenous people?
There are seven ways to support Indigenous Peoples in State
1.Donate to Indigenous organizations.
2.Educate ourself about Indigenous cultures.
3.Shop from Indigenous-founded businesses.
4.Attend Indigenous events, seminars and workshops.
5.Volunteer or intern with Indigenous organizations.
6.Support Indigenous rights public policy.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we help in promoting indigenous culture in State?
We can help of the following:-
1.Buy only authentic Aboriginal goods.
2.Book Aboriginal-owned or operated tours.
3.Promote cultural events.
4.Book Aboriginal performers and speakers.
5.Support Aboriginal education.
6.Subscribe to Aboriginal-owned newspapers.
7.Participate in Aboriginal events.
8.Donate money.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

Why is it important to protect the rights and culture of Indigenous communities in State?
Indigenous peoples have deep spiritual, cultural, social and economic ties with their lands, territories and resources. This is vital to their identity and existence.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we protect or show respect to the indigenous peoples culture and way of life?
1.Focus on the priorities.
2.Include indigenous people in discussions of land use.
3.Apply the law to ensure land rights are protected.
4.Build public awareness.
5.Recognize their role in conservation.
6.Bridge the gap between policy and practice.

BrahmDevYadav 1 year 3 months ago

How can we preserve our heritage and culture?
There are seven ways heritage preservation can contribute to sustainable development:-
1) Resisting Cultural Homogenization.
2) Preserving Climate Responsive Buildings.
3) Incubating Local Traditions & Values.
4) Strengthening Community Inclusion & Intergenerational Equity.
5) Conserving Resources & Reducing Waste.