Tripura Tribes represent a range of human communities that are living in the state from quite a long time. The Tripuri Tribe of the state constitutes a large percentage of the total tribal population of Tripura. The Lebang Boomani and Garia are the two prominent folk dance forms of Tripuri tribe.
Reang tribe of Tripura, although has a large population, yet it lacks sufficient educational and economic independence. It is believed that this community is inhabiting the land of Tripura from as early as 15th century.
Chakma tribal group of Tripura belongs to the Buddhist faith. There are various sections in which the Chakma tribe is divided in Tripura. The Mog tribes of Tripura have come to inhabit the land in 957 AD. People of Mog community follow the ritual customs of Buddhism.
Halam tribe is yet another ancient clan of Tripura which has many sub-sections. Being the followers of Saka faith, the Halam community of Tripura has Malsum as one of its groups. Murasing community of Tripura has derived its name from the fact that the ancient people of this tribe used to hang horns of animals in their homes.
There are a total of 19 tribes in Tripura. All these tribal groups of Tripura have their own festivals, rituals and customs. Living on the land of Tripura from a long a time, the various tribes of the state are known for their peaceful existence. Agriculture is the main source of livelihood of all the major tribes of Tripura.
Inhabiting the different parts of the hilly terrains of Tripura, the tribes of the state contribute significantly towards the cultural and economical richness of the place.
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