Tribes and Castes of Bombay

• ISBN: 9788170202578
• Volumes: Set in 3 Volumes
• Author: Enthoven, R. E.
• Pages: 1250 pp
• Year of Publishing: 1975
• Binding: Hardbound
• Publisher: Cosmo Publications

Description:
This monumental work is the result of the Ethnographical Survey of the Provinces of India, conducted between 1901 and 1905. Commissioned by the Government of India, the survey sought to document the origins, social structures, customs, and occupations of various castes and tribes across several regions, including Punjab, Burma, Central Provinces, Assam, Madras, Bengal, and others.

• The work is considered one of the most authoritative and comprehensive studies of Indian ethnography and provides a deep dive into the social and cultural fabric of the diverse communities across India during the early 20th century.
• Based on detailed enquiries conducted by regional Superintendents and supported by eminent scholars like Dr. D. R. Bhandarkar and B. A. Gupte.
• The survey offers insights into the caste system, tribal communities, and the customs that defined different regions of India, making this text an invaluable resource for those studying Indian social and cultural history.

A key work for anyone interested in the historical and ethnographical aspects of Indian society.