The Department of Anthropology and Tribal Studies came into existence on 20th September 2022.
It is the amalgamation emerging due to restructuring, renaming and merging of the following centres / departments operational at different points of time in the University :
Centre for Indigenous Culture Studies [2010-2018] / Department of Tribal Studies [2018-2022]
Centre/Department of Tribal Folklore, Language and Literature [2013-2018]
Centre for Tribal and Customary Law [2012-2018] / Dept. of Contemporary and Tribal Customary Law [2018-2022]
Official Notification : [click here]
The Department of Anthropology and Tribal Studies strives to :
Produce innovative scholarship that advances the understanding of complexities and diversities of human cultures,
Deliver comprehensive education that includes theoretical, practical components, as well as hands-on experience with community / field based researches,
Engage with communities for creating partnership for learning, knowledge sharing, and contributing to their well-being,
Cultivate critical thinking and creative expression to develop ethical and engaged leaders who can address complex challenges facing the world.
The Department of Anthropology and Tribal Studies envisions to be :
A hub for collaborative and community-based researches that address the pressing societal needs and challenges.
Recognized for its excellence in research, teaching, and engagement.
A seat of learning that fosters cultural humility and promotes understanding and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of different communities/individuals.
A centre for life-long educational learning aiding in creation of a more just and equitable world.
(Hon'ble President of India and Visitor, Central University of Jharkhand)
(Ex-Professor Emeritus and Chancellor, Central University of Jharkhand)
(Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Jharkhand)
(Dean, School for the Study of Culture, Central University of Jharkhand)