Question: Konyaks Tribe, they were in the news are the largest tribes of which of the following Indian state?
(a) Mizoram
(b) Assam
(c) Tripura
(d) Nagaland
Answer: (d)
Related Facts:
- Konyaks, the largest tribe in Nagaland, were fired upon when they were returning from coal mines to their home in Oting in Mon district.
- The Indian Armed Force’s firing killed 14 civilians in Oting village of Nagaland, which included Konyaks.
- The Konyak is the largest tribe, followed by Ao, Tangkhul, Sema, and Angami in Nagaland. Other Naga tribes include Lotha, Sangtam, Phom, Chang, Khiemnungam, Yimchungre, Zeliang, Chakhesang (Chokri), and Rengma.
BY: AMIT GUPTA