People of Mizoram

People of Mizoram primarily include several tribal communities that have inhabited the hilly terrains for several decades. Popularly known by the name of Mizos, the people of Mizoram are deft in various handicrafts work. According to the historic records, Tibetan, Burmese and Chinese people had a great influence on the lifestyle and behavior of core groups of Mizoram.

The major tribes that are found in the land of Mizoram are Dulien, Ralte, Poi, Jahao, Pankhup, Lakher, Paite, Falam, Tangur, Khuangli, Dalang, Sukte, Fanai, Leillul and Mar. All of these tribes are known to exist in Mizoram ever since this hilly landscape came into existence. Apart from main tribal groups Mizoram people are divided into different sub-tribes too. Some of the sub-tribes of Mizoram include Lakhers, Pawis and Lushais.

The culture of Mizoram has been immensely enriched by the diverse communities of people who live in this region. From the arts and crafts to festival every socio-cultural domain of Mizoram indicates the rich heritage of the people of the place.

Most of the people of Mizoram belong to Christian faith. This is due to the fact that in the ninth century Mizoram became a dominion of the British missionaries. With the development of the Mizo language in the form of Roman script the people got access to full-fledged education. Today the literacy rate of Mizoram is counted as one of the highest in the entire country.

Symbolizing one of the oldest traditions, people of Mizoram are proud to have preserved their inherent cultural and social dynamism with full grace and success.

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