From the Nyishi tribe, Kabak Yano of Arunachal Pradesh recently became the first woman to scale Mount Everest.
About Nyishi Tribe:
- They are tribal people of eastern Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh, the largest ethnic group.
- They speak Nyishi language, a Sino-Tibetan language.
- They were earlier known as Daffla.
- They believe that they are the descendants of Abo Tani, the progeny of the first human being on Earth. Hence, Nyishi, Adi, Gallo, Tagin, Apatani, Mishings call themselves the Tani Group of Tribes.
- They are not stratified into classes nor divided based on the caste system, except for a loose type of social distinction, which is not determined by birth or occupation.
- They perform Rikhampada Dance during the Nyokum festival.
- Polygyny is prevalent among the Nyishi.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Who is Kabak Yano?
Kabak Yano is the first woman from the Nyishi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh to scale Mount Everest.
Which tribe does Kabak Yano belong to?
Kabak Yano belongs to the Nyishi tribe, the largest ethnic group in Arunachal Pradesh.
Who are the Nyishi?
The Nyishi are the largest ethnic group in Arunachal Pradesh and eastern Bhutan, known for speaking the Sino-Tibetan Nyishi language.
What is the origin of the Nyishi tribe?
The Nyishi tribe believes they are descendants of Abo Tani, considered the progeny of the first human being on Earth.
Is polygyny practiced among the Nyishi?
Yes, polygyny is prevalent among the Nyishi tribe.