Statistical Account of the Native State of Manipur, and the Hill Territory Under Its Rule

""Statistical Account of the Native State of Manipur, and the Hill Territory Under Its Rule" by R. Brown provides a detailed account of the geography, population, and resources of Manipur. The book describes the boundaries of Manipur, its population estimates, and the different castes and classes of people living in the valley. It also discusses the wildlife, including tigers, deer, and wild boar, as well as the various rivers, lakes, and forests in the region. The book covers topics such as mining, agriculture, and the different occupations of the people, including salt-making, fishing, and honey collection. The book also delves into the social structure of Manipur, detailing the different classes and their roles in society. The middle section of the book describes the customs, traditions, and way of life of the Ringnai, Enghan, Kowpois, Angami, Tonkhul, and Luhupa tribes. It details their festivals, ceremonies, cultivation methods, religious beliefs, and social structures. The tribes have specific rituals for birth, marriage, and death, and their villages are governed by chiefs. The men engage in spear fighting, while the women participate in singing and dancing during festivals. The tribes have unique customs like wearing rings for modesty and elaborate headpieces for warriors. They believe in a supreme deity and have superstitions related to spirits and omens. The Tonkhuls and Luhupas have a festival to honor the deceased. They cultivate through jhooming or terracing and use dogs for hunting. The tribes have limited trading activities and engage in feuds with neighboring villages. The book also discusses their use of tobacco, spirits, and their lack of metalworking skills. Crime is relatively low, with theft being punished by death in some cases. The tribes have their own languages, customs, and social hierarchies, with each village having its own form of government. The book provides a detailed account of the agriculture, domestic animals, landholding system, revenue, and customs of Manipur. It describes the cultivation of various crops, the breeding of ponies and cattle, and the system of land ownership under the raja. The book also delves into the revenue sources, taxes on imports and exports, and the currency system of the country. It highlights the social structure, including the practice of slavery and the punishment for various offenses. The book also touches upon the education system, climate, earthquakes, and road infrastructure in Manipur. Overall, it offers a comprehensive insight into the cultural, economic, and social aspects of Manipur during the time period covered in the book."

Publisher - HardPress Limited

Language - English

Paperback

Author(s) -

Published Date - 2019-07-30

ISBN - 9781318673353

Dimensions - 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 cm

Page Count - 118