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Tourism Crossroads and Tribal Knowledge System: A Narrative of Vulnerabilities and SocioEthnic Dynamism in Mizoram

Title
Tourism Crossroads and Tribal Knowledge System: A Narrative of Vulnerabilities and SocioEthnic Dynamism in Mizoram
Creator
Chhangte, Lalchhuanawma; Varghese, Bindi
Description
Tourism development trajectories and indigenous knowledge systems meet in discordant ways among tribal communities in Mizoram, Northeast India, and have advantages and disadvantages in the perpetuation of culture. Qualitative analysis and case study methodology have been used to examine the sociocultural mechanisms employed by the Mizo community in the negotiations with external tourism pressures that help maintain cultural integrity. Tlawmngaihna (selflessness) is the ethical philosophy that guides Mizo society's adaptation to external influences. The complete ethical system is applied to hospitality and all aspects of interpersonal relationships, conflict resolution, resource management, and cultural traditions. Findings show manifestations of great transformation in cultural expressionstraditional festivals like Chapchar Kut and indigenous dances must pay attention to tourism calls. Risks to indigenous intellectual property, lack of tribal autonomy, skewed economic outcomes, and disruption of knowledge transmission systems are specific to tribal territories as tourist destinations. Community-based approaches oriented towards local ownership, governance structure, equitable benefit sharing, and indigenous intellectual property protection are crucial for sustainable tourism development. It highlights the socio-ethnic dynamics of cultural transformation in the Indian communities within the tribal setting, with changing relationship dynamics of power generation, gender roles, and generational ties. Proposals are made for practical frameworks for balancing economic development and maintaining sophisticated tribal knowledge systems in tourism contexts. By analyzing the results, the government (policymakers), tourism stakeholders, and tribal communities involved in the difficult decision to balance cultural preservation with tourism revenue will be informed of the delicate balance that must be reached in an increasingly globalized tourism landscape. 2026 selection and editorial matter, Debanjana Nag and Kusum; individual chapters, the contributors.
Source
Tribal Knowledge Systems: Tracing the Roots;pp.203-221
Date
01-01-2025
Publisher
Taylor and Francis
Coverage
Chhangte L.; Varghese B., Christ University, India
Rights
Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
Relation
ISBN: 978-104075262-3; 978-104115067-1;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Book chapter

Citation

Chhangte, Lalchhuanawma; Varghese, Bindi, “Tourism Crossroads and Tribal Knowledge System: A Narrative of Vulnerabilities and SocioEthnic Dynamism in Mizoram,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 18, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/25260.

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