Anthropology Optional Paper 2014
SECTION A

Q1 Write short notes on the following in about 150 words each 10×5=50

Neolithic cultures of N-E India
Tribe-Caste continuum
Great tradition and Little tradition
Major linguistic divisions of India
Contribution of H. H. Risley to the ‘Aryan’ debate

Q2. Answer following (20 15 15 marks)

Describe what is known of Harappan Religion. Have some of its elements continued into later Hinduism? Discuss. 20
Describe the concept of ‘Sacred Complex’ with an ethnographic example. 15 marks
Do you think caste persists in contemporary India? Critically discuss. 15 marks

Q3. Answer following (20 15 15 marks)

Define the concept ‘Dominant Caste’ and examine its relevance in the contemporary Indian village with suitable examples. 20 Marks
Discuss the contribution of Islam to the composite culture of India. 15 marks
Discuss the importance of the ethno-archaeological approach to the study of indigenous craft in India. 15 marks

Q4. Answer following (20 15 15 marks)

Discuss the contributions of S. C. Roy to understanding the tribes of India. 20 Marks
Describe the evolutionary significance of the fossil finds of the Narmada Basin. 15 marks
Outline the distribution of Dravidian languages in India and describe their cultural significance. 15 marks

Anthropology Optional Paper SECTION B

Q5. Write short notes on the following in about 150 words each 10×5=50

Biogenetic variations of Indian tribes
Social and economic marginalization of tribal people
Forest policy and tribes
The concept of PTG
Impact of Christianity on tribes

Q6. Answer following (20 15 15 marks)

Critically examine the constitutional provisions for safeguarding the interests of Scheduled Tribes in India. 20 Marks
Discuss the impact of land alienation on the tribes of Central India. 15 marks
Critically evaluate the National Tribal Policy. 15 marks

Q7. Answer following (20 15 15 marks)

Discuss the impact of Globalization on the livelihood of the tribal populations. 20 Marks
What are the significant factors responsible for tribal unrest? 15 marks
Discuss the rise of ethno-nationalism among Indian tribes with specific example. 15 marks

Q8. Answer following (20 15 15 marks)

Critically assess the role of anthropologists in rural development. 20 Marks
Critically examine the role of NGOs in promoting health and education in tribal areas. 15 marks
Describe the history administration in the colonial period. 15 marks