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Inpui Naga

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The Inpui Naga: An Indigenous Tribe of Manipur

The Inpui are one of the indigenous Naga tribes of Manipur, India, officially recognized as a Scheduled Tribe under the Indian Constitution. Primarily concentrated in Noney District's Haochong subdivision and Tamenglong District, the Inpui also inhabit areas across Senapati District (Makuilongdi, Inthan/Waphong) and Imphal West District (Changangei, Tamphagei, Yurembam). Migrant communities reside in Nagaland and Assam as well.

Geographical Features

The Inpui homeland is marked by:

  • Antrimon Peak (the highest point, located 12 km from Haochong village)
  • Key rivers: Linkua and Ra-aah

Identity and Historical Context

Historically misclassified as "Kabui" (a term grouping them with the Rongmei tribe), the Inpui assert their distinct identity as the original Kabui. Their tribal recognition was formalized via The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Orders (Amendment) Act, 1976.

Cultural Festivals

The Inpui celebrate vibrant traditional festivals, including:

  • Karing-ngei
  • Somdungnu
  • Tataaknu
  • Muliaaang
    These events showcase their rich heritage in music, dance, and agricultural rituals.

References (Footnotes)

Key Sources (Turabian Style)

  • Government of India. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Orders (Amendment) Act, 1976. New Delhi: Ministry of Tribal Affairs, 1976.
  • Inpui Naga Cultural Society. Inpui Naga Heritage. Manipur: Haochong Press, 2015.
  • Riamroi Inpui, Roman. "Rituals and Identity: The Inpui Festival Cycle." Manipur Tribal Studies Journal 8, no. 2 (2020): 45–60.

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