Bonda tribe

WHY IN NEWS? As many as 21 tribals across eight different Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Odisha have tested positive for Covid-19. Among them, two persons are from the Bonda tribe. About Bonda Tribe: Bonda tribes are one of the 13 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) found in Odisha. Origin: Bonda tribes are members of a group of Austro-Asiatic tribes.They are believed to be part of the first wave of migration out of Africa about 60,000 years ago. They are the first forest settlers in India. Culture: The Bondas have retained their identity and culture despite external interventions over the years. Occupation: They are primarily....Read More