Janjatiya Gaurav Divas 2024: Honoring Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Tribal Legacy
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Janjatiya Gaurav Divas |
| Date | 15th November 2024 |
| Significance | Birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda; honors tribal contributions to cultural heritage |
| Prime Minister's Role | Paid tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda |
| About Bhagwan Birsa Munda | Born on 15th November 1875; member of the Munda Tribe of the Chhota Nagpur Plateau |
| Contributions | Freedom fighter, religious leader, folk hero; led several tribal movements against British rule |
| Key Movements | Ulgulan (Munda Rebellion); Birsait religion; Sardari Larai movement |
| Religious Influence | Preached belief in a single God; referred to as 'Dharti Abba' (Father of the Earth) |
| Legislative Impact | Chotanagpur Tenancy Act, 1908 (protected tribal land rights) |
| Tribal Groups Involved | Tamars, Santhals, Khasis, Bhils, Mizos, Kols, etc. |