Women of the Bhotiya Tribe in the Perspective of Himalayan Culture

Author(s)	Dr. Rakesh Singh Phakaliyal
Country	India
Abstract	The Bhotiya community of Uttarakhand holds a distinctive place among the ancient tribal cultures of the Indian Himalayas. Bhotiya women residing in the high-altitude valleys of Darma, Vyas, Chaundas, and Johar in the Kumaon region are not only the backbone of the local economy but also the carriers and preservers of Himalayan culture. This research paper presents a comparative study of the social, economic, religious, and cultural status of women in Darma and Johar valleys. The study reveals that while women of Darma are independent, self-reliant, and enjoy equal rights, women of Johar valley lead relatively restricted lives due to social constraints, the practice of purdah, and traditional norms.
Field	Sociology
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On	2025-12-12
DOI	https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2025.v06i06.2053
Short DOI	https://doi.org/hbf95w

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