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  • Jul 22, 2024
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BHIL TRIBALS RENEW DEMAND FOR SEPARATE BHIL PRADESH

Why in the news?

  • Bhil tribal community demands a separate state, “Bhil Pradesh,” carving out 49 districts from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.
  • The demand was highlighted at a “maha sammelan” in Mangarh Dham, Rajasthan on July 18.
  • Bharat Adivasi Party (BAP), formed by first-time MP R. K. Roat, champions this cause after its recent success in Lok Sabha polls.
source:wordpress

About Bhil Community:

  • Geographic Spread: Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
  • Name Origin: Derived from “billu” meaning bow.
  • Skills: Excellent archers, guerrilla warfare experts, farmers, agricultural labourers, skilled sculptors.
  • Traditional Attire: Women wear saris with heavy silver and brass ornaments; men wear long frocks and pyjamas.
About Constitutional Provisions for New States:

  • Article 2: Parliament can admit or establish new states with conditions.
  • Article 3: Parliament can form new states by:
  • Separating territory
  • Uniting states or parts
  • Altering state boundaries/names
  • Process: President recommends and consults state legislature if affected.

About Bharatiya Tribal Party (BTP):

  • Objective: Creation of separate Bhil Pradesh.
  • Formation: Established in 2017 in Gujarat.
  • Activities: Regular meetings and gatherings.
  • Purpose: Mobilise tribals and spread awareness about the demand for Bhil Pradesh.