Kinship and marriage among the Zeliangrong

Budha Kamei
Introduction: The Zeliangrong,1 one of the natives of Northeast belong to Tibeto-Burman family of the Mongoloid racial stock.2 Tradition says, the Zeliangrong ancestors originated from a cave known as Mahou Taobei; they moved to Makhel and…

Budha Kamei
Introduction: The Zeliangrong,1 one of the natives of Northeast belong to Tibeto-Burman family of the Mongoloid racial stock.2 Tradition says, the Zeliangrong ancestors originated from a cave known as Mahou Taobei; they moved to Makhel and to Ramting Kabin, and then to Makuilongdi, Senapati District of Manipur.

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Monsang village council and its administrative functions and selection

Waanglar Somie
A Monsang Naga village is a closely-knit political institution. Every Monsang village has its own indigenous institution which looks after the well-being of the village. It comprises of fifteen (15) leaders and the institution is called ‘Khuwngsang’ meaning the village council. The elected members of the village council are known as ‘Khuwpuh Chiipuh’ meaning village protector. The Monsang village chief is called ‘Eruwngpa’.

Waanglar Somie
A Monsang Naga village is a closely-knit political institution. Every Monsang village has its own indigenous institution which looks after the well-being of the village. It comprises of fifteen (15) leaders and the institution is called ‘Khuwngsang’ meaning the village council. The elected members of the village council are known as ‘Khuwpuh Chiipuh’ meaning village protector. The Monsang village chief is called ‘Eruwngpa’.

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Sixth Schedule in Manipur

From previous issue
10. Under Para 10 of the Schedule District Council has the power to make regulations for the control of moneylending and trading by non-tribals.

From previous issue
10. Under Para 10 of the Schedule District Council has the power to make regulations for the control of moneylending and trading by non-tribals.

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Citizenship, identity and belonging: The Northeast migrants in Delhi

From previous issue
He reiterates that “although the idea of the Northeast may be deeply contested in the frontier, in Delhi it gives migrants from the region an identity that is inclusive and but also distinct from the Indian mainstream.”

From previous issue
He reiterates that “although the idea of the Northeast may be deeply contested in the frontier, in Delhi it gives migrants from the region an identity that is inclusive and but also distinct from the Indian mainstream.”

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Is there life after death?

When oneness is divided, reality hits that we are just a machine running because of a software called SOUL. What I have been thinking it’s me or what you have been thinking it’s you, i.e. our body, it’s nothing but the accumulation of what we eat and breathe.

When oneness is divided, reality hits that we are just a machine running because of a software called SOUL. What I have been thinking it’s me or what you have been thinking it’s you, i.e. our body, it’s nothing but the accumulation of what we eat and breathe.

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For Buddhist, the most noble path one can follow is the path of compassion

( This article of mine is dedicated to Iron Sharmila Chanu and an appeal to the people of Thoubal District to cast your valuable votes for her)

( This article of mine is dedicated to Iron Sharmila Chanu and an appeal to the people of Thoubal District to cast your valuable votes for her)

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Organic change

The need for change in our existing food production system to secure a sustainable future is increasingly being felt. India is unique with its large number of farmers and consumers and holds promise in achieving a food system which is socially just, ec…

The need for change in our existing food production system to secure a sustainable future is increasingly being felt. India is unique with its large number of farmers and consumers and holds promise in achieving a food system which is socially just, economically feasible and environmentally sound.

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Sixth Schedule in Manipur

From previous issue
An Advisory Committee was planned on Fundamental Rights and Minorities in such manner that it should contain due representation of all the interests likely to be affected, and should advise the Constituent Assembly on framing an ap…

From previous issue
An Advisory Committee was planned on Fundamental Rights and Minorities in such manner that it should contain due representation of all the interests likely to be affected, and should advise the Constituent Assembly on framing an appropriate scheme for the administration of tribal and excluded areas.

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Citizenship, identity and belonging: The Northeast migrants in Delhi

From previous issue
While it is argued that the use of such epithets are common such as ‘South Indians’ are called ‘madrasis’, it is to be noted that this naming is only based on cultural rejection, not on racialised thinking. Both are abusive and to be condemned.

From previous issue
While it is argued that the use of such epithets are common such as ‘South Indians’ are called ‘madrasis’, it is to be noted that this naming is only based on cultural rejection, not on racialised thinking. Both are abusive and to be condemned.

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Euthanasia – An anathema or a blessing in disguise?

“Death may be the greatest of all human blessings” – Socrates
The Supreme Court’s opening up of the Euthanasia debate asking for opinion from states and union territories alongwith the Times of India launching an online campaign in line, a year back, with the apex court’s decision to throw the issue open for debate can be considered a bold initiative. Now that the apex court wants government and legislature to examine the issue, it is expected that the matter be pursued with more vigour and thrust till it comes to a tangible result.

“Death may be the greatest of all human blessings” – Socrates
The Supreme Court’s opening up of the Euthanasia debate asking for opinion from states and union territories alongwith the Times of India launching an online campaign in line, a year back, with the apex court’s decision to throw the issue open for debate can be considered a bold initiative. Now that the apex court wants government and legislature to examine the issue, it is expected that the matter be pursued with more vigour and thrust till it comes to a tangible result.

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Option of President’s Rule in Manipur

The UNC sponsored economic blockade has entered almost 11 weeks now. Latest newspaper reports are indicating the following : i) on 15/11/2016, the centre called a tripartite meeting at Delhi. It was not held as Manipur Govt. representatives did not a…

The UNC sponsored economic blockade has entered almost 11 weeks now. Latest newspaper reports are indicating the following : i) on 15/11/2016, the centre called a tripartite meeting at Delhi. It was not held as Manipur Govt. representatives did not attend. In between, the Centre repeatedly blaming the state government for its failure to maintain law and order as it is a state subject.

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Points on election manifesto for the 2017 election in Manipur

From previous issue
The Act was passed by Indian Parliament vide bill no. 95-F of 1959 Act, no, 33 of 1960 to make a special provision for protection of Scheduled Tribes under section no. 180. This creates a sense of discrimination against non-tribal l…

From previous issue
The Act was passed by Indian Parliament vide bill no. 95-F of 1959 Act, no, 33 of 1960 to make a special provision for protection of Scheduled Tribes under section no. 180. This creates a sense of discrimination against non-tribal leading to disunity, distrust among the ethnic groups in Manipur. This Act encouraged the violent minority to violate the human rights of the sleeping majority. This Act also violates the Article 19(e) of Indian Constitution.

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Obama’s legacy – hits and misses

On 12th January, 2017, President Obama landed thousands of US troops in Russia’s doorstep Poland as a measures to calm it allies in the region. This led to Moscow branding the move as a threat to “ internal security and national interests “.

On 12th January, 2017, President Obama landed thousands of US troops in Russia’s doorstep Poland as a measures to calm it allies in the region. This led to Moscow branding the move as a threat to “ internal security and national interests “.

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Points on election manifesto for the 2017 election in Manipur

From previous issue
On 17 April, 2012, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh stated that the Centre was not in a position to accept the core demands of the NSCN-IM. The Prime Minister’s remarks, “Whatever is possible will be possible even after 100 years but whatever is not possible will not be possible even after 100 years”.( Telegraph Kolkota, April 18, 2012).

From previous issue
On 17 April, 2012, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh stated that the Centre was not in a position to accept the core demands of the NSCN-IM. The Prime Minister’s remarks, “Whatever is possible will be possible even after 100 years but whatever is not possible will not be possible even after 100 years”.( Telegraph Kolkota, April 18, 2012).

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Trade connection of Manipur with Southeast Asia in the Pre-British period

Dr Budha Kamei From previous issue The above routes were used by the people of Manipur and other kingdoms since ancient time. Pilgrims, immigrants, and traders travelled these routes. Laden animals and ponies were the main means of transportation. External Trade: Manipur had trade links with other states since ancient time. It happens to be […]

Dr Budha Kamei From previous issue The above routes were used by the people of Manipur and other kingdoms since ancient time. Pilgrims, immigrants, and traders travelled these routes. Laden animals and ponies were the main means of transportation. External Trade: Manipur had trade links with other states since ancient time. It happens to be […]

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Citizenship, identity and belonging: The Northeast migrants in Delhi

From previous issue
The terms Northeast migrants and ‘Northeasterners’ refer to “those people from the Northeast who trace their lineage to East and Southeast Asia and as such are members of ethnic minorities racially distinct from the communities in the rest of India, even when accounting for the diversity of India’s population.”

From previous issue
The terms Northeast migrants and ‘Northeasterners’ refer to “those people from the Northeast who trace their lineage to East and Southeast Asia and as such are members of ethnic minorities racially distinct from the communities in the rest of India, even when accounting for the diversity of India’s population.”

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Obama’s legacy – hits and misses

From previous issue
For the first time, the US in last October abstained from the UN vote to lift US trade embargo against Cuba. This rapproachment will form the key part of Obama’s legacy although what President-elect Donald Trump calls in the future and the argument of the Republicans that Cuba should be made to offer more concessions in the realms of human rights, remains to be seen.

From previous issue
For the first time, the US in last October abstained from the UN vote to lift US trade embargo against Cuba. This rapproachment will form the key part of Obama’s legacy although what President-elect Donald Trump calls in the future and the argument of the Republicans that Cuba should be made to offer more concessions in the realms of human rights, remains to be seen.

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Obama’s legacy – hits and misses

The defeaning chants of four more years by the audience during his farewell speech couldn’t have come without his ever highest approval rating of 57 percent in his second term in the White House. This rating equals former President Bill Clinton’s while it is much higher than that of his predecessor George Bush’s 40 percent.

The defeaning chants of four more years by the audience during his farewell speech couldn’t have come without his ever highest approval rating of 57 percent in his second term in the White House. This rating equals former President Bill Clinton’s while it is much higher than that of his predecessor George Bush’s 40 percent.

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Citizenship, identity and belonging: The Northeast migrants in Delhi

In its broadest sense, a citizen is a participatory member of a political community. A citizen of a nation-state is granted certain rights and privileges which are not available to aliens, and at the same time a citizen also has certain obligations tow…

In its broadest sense, a citizen is a participatory member of a political community. A citizen of a nation-state is granted certain rights and privileges which are not available to aliens, and at the same time a citizen also has certain obligations towards the state. These rights and privileges are equally distributed among all the citizens of the state. Speaking of those who are within the territory of a democratic nation-state, the status of citizenship is of utmost importance and value. It is something to be cherished and held with pride.

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AFSPA: In comparative perspective

Introduction
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) is one of the many special laws passed by the parliament which provides policing responsibility to deal with the special situation. The reason of which the special laws go beyond the normal law…

Introduction
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) is one of the many special laws passed by the parliament which provides policing responsibility to deal with the special situation. The reason of which the special laws go beyond the normal laws is that the state considered the existing legal framework is not enough to deal adequately with threats to the national security. At the same time, the legal security regime and defence mechanism of the state has been violating citizenship rights conferred by the constitution by misusing the special powers. Initially, the Armed Forces (Assam and Manipur) Special Powers Act, 1958 enforced as a temporary measures to deal with the Naga insurgency in the Naga Hills District of Assam including the three sub-divisions of the tribal hill areas in the then Union Territory of Manipur.

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