Author: Debika Haldar
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03110026
Abstract: The socio-economic transformation of tribal communities in the contemporary era represents one of the most complex and dynamic processes in the discourse of development studies. Traditionally characterized by subsistence economies, close ecological relationships, and culturally embedded lifestyles, tribal societies are increasingly experiencing the pressures and opportunities of modernization, globalization, and state-led development. This research article critically examines how socio-economic changes influence lifestyle adaptations among tribal communities, with a focus on cultural identity, education, gender relations, health practices, environmental interactions, and technological integration. Drawing upon interdisciplinary perspectives, the study argues that while modernization facilitates improved access to resources, education, and mobility, it simultaneously challenges traditional values, social cohesion, and indigenous knowledge systems. The article further explores how tribal communities negotiate these transformations, balancing continuity and change in a rapidly evolving socio-economic landscape.
Keywords: Socio-Economic Status, Tribal Communities, Lifestyle Adaptation, Modernization, Cultural Change, Education, Gender, Globalization, Livelihood, Digital Inclusion.
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