A blessing for those who want a well researched insight into the past of North East in general and Meghalaya in particular. Be it the distinctive political makeup of the local institutions or the traditional institutions in the form of Village Headmen, this books covers it all right from the inception. It also talks about various controversial issues pertaining to forests and mining rights in the region. It also presents a comprehensive overview of shifting cultivation over the decades and concisely portrays the ongoing debates in the region. Better understanding of the whole matrilineal societies of Meghalaya is another thing you gain out of it. A must read for public servants in the North Eastern states.
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