Panchayati Raj System in Tribal Areas, (especially Dindori District of M.P.)

Abstract

This research paper will critically examine the latest dynamics of Panchayat Raj Institutions and
empowerment of Baiga Tribes in Central India with Special reference to Dindori District of Madhya
Pradesh. India has a rich culture milieu. There are different types of people in India. Tribal India is a
distinctive picture by itself. They are distinct people of India and represent a true synthesis of Indian
culture. Scheduled tribes are designated by different connotations like Vanyajati, Vanvasi, Adimjati,
Girijan, Janjati and so on. Among all these terms, Adivasi is known Scheduled Tribe, which is the
Constitutional name. It must be remembered that India has the second largest population in the world,
next to Africa. The scheduled tribes account for a sizable proportion of the population of India. There
are more than 705 Scheduled Tribal communities notified by the president of India under Article 342
of the Constitution of India, and spread over across of the country.
Keywords- Panchayati Raj System, Tribal Areas, Especially Dindori District of M.P.,
empowerment of Baiga Tribes.