Context:
A survey conducted by Aaranyak, a biodiversity conservation organization, highlighted a rise in human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in the Majuli River Island.
Majuli Islands:
- World’s largest river island.
- Located on – Brahmaputra River in Assam.
- Formed by – Brahmaputra River in the south and the Kherkutia Xuti joined by the Subansiri River in the north.
- Recognised as India’s 1st island district
- Known for unique rice varieties, such as Komal Saul and Bao Dhan
- Home to a diverse mix of tribal communities, such as Mishing, Deoris, Ahoms, and Sonowal Kacharis.
- Ali Aye Ligang festival is a prominent spring festival of the Mishing tribe
- Hub of Assamese neo-Vaishnavite culture
- Influenced by Srimanta Sankardeva and his disciple Madhavdeva, who initiated the tradition of Satras (monastic institutions).
- Sattriya dance and Bhaona theatre are the major art forms in the region
- Known for its unique pottery-making traditions.
- Majuli manuscript painting, a form of traditional painting patronised by Ahom Kings, recently received Geographical Indication Tag
Source: NE News
Previous Year Question
Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra?
1. Dibang
2. Kameng
3. Lohit
Select the correct answer using the code given below
[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2016 Prelims]
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (d)