DR SANCHITA RAY

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, SHARDA SCHOOL OF LAW, SHARDA UNIVERSITY, GEATER NOIDA, UP

Abstract

The tribal communities of India are deep-rooted with the nature, indigenous livelihood, oral traditions, folk culture pit are mostly confined to their own people, Tribals with their organic lifestyle and beliefs challenge the modern way of reckless living and development needs. Their sustainable living provides lessons to the world struggling with pressing issues like climate change and environmental issues. From time to time, the tribals have faced displacement and deprivation to facilitate various developmental projects such as setting up of industrial operations, construction of dams, etc., leading to deforestation, and further pushing them towards the periphery of the social construct. Now time has come that these tribal population should be attributed a certain unique position in the society. Equality, which our constitution makers aspired for is not possible if major population of tribal population remain tribal and lead a deprived life. Social Justice will not be served in true sense.  Here public policy can play a crucial role in breaking barriers and creating inclusion. Public policy can act as the catalyst for change, shaping the way societies address inequality, discrimination, and systemic injustices. This article delves into the multifaceted role public policy plays in social justice, highlighting its power to drive meaningful reform and promote equality among tribal communities.

Keywords-  Public policy, inclusion, schedule tribes, deprivation, Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups, Van Dhan, Tribal Research Institute