Tharu Tribe

Category: Indian Society / Tribes / Anthropology

UPSC Notes & Key Pointers

  • The Tharu are an indigenous ethnic community primarily associated with the Terai region.

  • In India, they are mainly found in parts of Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

  • They are also found across the border in Nepal.

  • Their traditional livelihood has included agriculture, animal husbandry and forest-related activities.

  • The community has distinctive cultural traditions, languages and social practices.

  • Prelims Focus: Terai region, India-Nepal distribution and tribal culture.