The Sangai

The Sangai
Author: Lallian Mang Khaute
Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2010
Genre: Deer
ISBN: 9788178357720

Women as Unseen Characters

Women as Unseen Characters
Author: Pascale Bonnemère
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2013-03-26
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 081220137X

Rituals have always been a focus of ethnographies of Melanesia, providing a ground for important theorizing in anthropology. This is especially true of the male initiation rituals that until recently were held in Papua New Guinea. For the most part, these rituals have been understood as all-male institutions, intended to maintain and legitimate male domination. Women's exclusion from the forest space where men conducted most such rites has been taken as a sign of their exclusion from the entire ritual process. Women as Unseen Characters is the first book to examine the role of females in Papua New Guinea male rituals, and the first systematic treatment of this issue for any part of the world. In this volume, leading Melanesian scholars build on recent ethnographies that show how female kin had roles in male rituals that had previously gone unseen. Female seclusion and the enforcement of taboos were crucial elements of the ritual process: forms of presence in their own right. Contributors here provide detailed accounts of the different kinds of female presence in various Papua New Guinea male rituals. When these are restored to the picture, the rituals can no longer be interpreted merely as an institution for reproducing male domination but must also be understood as a moment when the whole system of relations binding a male person to his kin is reorganized. By dealing with the participation of women, a totally neglected dimension of male rituals is added to our understanding.

A Historical Ethnography of the Enga Economy of Papua New Guinea

A Historical Ethnography of the Enga Economy of Papua New Guinea
Author: Polly Wiessner
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2024-06-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1009368745

The question addressed in this Element is: What happens to a society when, in the absence of influence from foreign populations, constraints are released by a new crop making possible significant surplus production? We will draw on the historical traditions of 110 tribes of the Enga of Papua New Guinea recorded over a decade to document the changes that occurred in response to the potential for surplus production after the arrival of the sweet potato some 350 years prior to contact with Europeans. Economic change alone does not restructure a society nor build the social and political scaffolding for new institutions. In response to rapid change, the Enga drew on rituals that altered norms and values and resolved cultural contradictions that inhibited cooperation to bring about complexity rather than chaos. The end result was the development of one of the largest known ceremonial exchange systems prior to state formation.

India's National Security

India's National Security
Author: Satish Kumar
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2015-07-03
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1317352092

This fourteenth volume of India’s National Security Annual Review intensively analyses India’s national security with respect to the changing internal and external dynamics. In the global environment, the situation is characterised by rising tensions between United States and Russia, intensified rivalry between United States (US) and China, and increasing cooperation between China and Russia. For India which seeks peaceful growth to emerge as a major power, this poses severe diplomatic challenges. This volume discusses the complexity of these challenges and the deftness with which India gets the best out of its strategic partnerships with the US and Russia while warding off the transgressions of a mighty adversary like China. It also studies the impact of internal convulsions and external intrusions on India’s security from South Asian nations such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka. Examining the field of internal security, the essays carry rare insights into the causes of expansion of Naxalite violence in tribal areas and the dynamics of conflict resolution in the Northeast, as well as India’s deep concern as a growing power with its economic slowdown in the recent past, and energy and cyber security. Bringing together contributions from eminent scholars and diplomats, the volume will be indispensable for policymakers, government think tanks, defence and strategic studies experts, as well as students and researchers of international relations, foreign policy and political science.

Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism

Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism
Author: Dr. Shikha Sharma
Publisher: Kohli Media LLP
Total Pages: 573
Release: 2023-05-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 8196250363

"Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism," edited by Dr. Shikha Sharma and published by Rag Publishing, is a comprehensive anthology that explores the rich tapestry of India's cultural heritage and its impact on sustainable tourism. This book, comprising 45 chapters, each penned by different authors, delves into the multifaceted dimensions of Indian tourism, emphasizing the interplay between cultural diversity and sustainable practices in the tourism sector. Each chapter offers unique insights and perspectives, contributed by a diverse range of experts and scholars in the field. The book meticulously examines various aspects of Indian culture, from its colorful festivals and culinary delights to its architectural wonders and traditional practices, and how these elements can be leveraged to promote sustainable tourism that benefits local communities and preserves the cultural integrity of the region. Dr. Shikha Sharma, the editor, skillfully orchestrates this collection, ensuring a cohesive narrative that highlights the importance of cultural diversity in enriching tourists' experiences and promoting responsible travel. The book is not only an academic resource but also serves as a guide for policymakers, tourism professionals, and travelers interested in understanding the symbiotic relationship between cultural heritage and sustainable tourism in India. Published by Rag Publishing, "Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism" stands as a significant contribution to the field of tourism studies, offering a deep and nuanced understanding of how cultural diversity is a pivotal factor in driving sustainable and responsible tourism in one of the world's most vibrant and diverse countries.

JAIR Journal of International Relations

JAIR Journal of International Relations
Author: Purusottam Bhattacharya
Publisher: IndraStra Global e-Journal Hosting Services
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2014-06-30
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

JAIR Journal of International Relations (JAIR J. Int. Relat.) is a biennial, peer-reviewed, refereed journal of International Relations published by The Jadavpur Association of International Relations with the financial assistance from the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi.

Threatened Deer

Threatened Deer
Author: International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Survival Service Commission. Deer Specialist Group
Publisher: IUCN
Total Pages: 444
Release: 1978
Genre: Cervidae
ISBN: 9782880322014

WILDLIFE BIOLOGY : AN INDIAN PERSPECTIVE

WILDLIFE BIOLOGY : AN INDIAN PERSPECTIVE
Author: GOUTAM KUMAR SAHA
Publisher: PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2017-07-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 8120353137

his book attempts to cover the whole gamut of wildlife in India portraying its different dimensions and conservation. Comprising thirteen chapters, the book is enriched with principles, theories, methods and tools of wildlife study, latest findings in Indian perspective including supportive data, and photographs of wildlife species in their natural habitat inclusive of colour plates. The chapters on ‘Wildlife tools and techniques’, ‘Special wildlife management programmes’ and ‘Wildlife legislations and initiatives’ will certainly attract special attention of the readers. The students who wish to pursue career in wildlife biology will be benefited with the book as it provides comprehensive understanding of the common field methods in wildlife research. The present text is a pioneer effort of the authors to fulfill the course requirement of undergraduate and postgraduate students of wildlife biology and zoology. The book will be equally valuable for the wildlife conservationists, academicians and those who are actively engaged in wildlife research.