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The State Of Meghalaya, Formed On 21 January 1972, Is A State Of Fascinating Socio-cultural Significance. Its Heritage Can Be Traced From The Prehistoric Times Of Stone Age Up To The Present. Though Comprising Mainly Of The Matrilineal Khasi, Garo, And Jaintia Tribes - The State Also Houses Many Other Lesser Known Communities Such As The Hajong, Sakachep, Biate, Koch, Dalu, Margnar And The Nepali. All These Communities Find Voice In This Volume. This Book Looks At The State Of Meghalaya Exhaustively From The Perspective Of Heritage Documentation And Maintenance. The 38 Chapters Written By Anthropologists And Independent Researchers, Present The Rich Traditions Found In The Region. This Volume Will Be Of Great Help To Academicians, Researchers, Students, And Laymen Interested In A Comprehensive Study Of The Region. Please Note: This Title Is Co-published With Manohar Publishers, New Delhi. Taylor & Francis Does Not Sell Or Distribute The Hardback In South Asia.