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Uday Raj Aaley
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Uday Raj Aaley is an independent researcher, ethnographer, lexicographer, writer from Nepal who has worked on the Kusunda, Tharu, Magar and Raji indigenous groups and their languages. He has been closely involved with the Kusunda since 2008 and published books and textbooks and articles on the people and their language.

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Raji Tribe of Nepal Part-2

Raji Tribe of Nepal Part-2

Rajis are experts in fishing, boating, hunting, collecting honey, and edible plants. It is evident from the study that the endangered Raji ethnic tribe of Nepal have their own practices for living.

May 24, 2026
Raji Tribe of Nepal Part-1

Raji Tribe of Nepal Part-1

Raji tribe, known as Phan in Raji language, is one of the endangered indigenous ethnic groups of Nepal. Some scholars have mentioned them as Ban Manis, Ban Rawat, Ban Raja, Raji, and Raute.

May 17, 2026
Tharu Economy, Social Organization, and Culture

Tharu Economy, Social Organization, and Culture

Tharus have their own language, culture, tradition, practices, and organizational institution that are very different from mainstream society of Nepal. However, the western and eastern Tharus have different cultures and social organizations.

Apr 5, 2026
Fishing Occupation of Tharus

Fishing Occupation of Tharus

Tharus are fond of fishing. Tharu men and women, young and old, fish throughout the year. Fishing is regarded as a pleasant pastime.

Feb 15, 2026
Tharu Musical instruments

Tharu Musical instruments

Tharus have several musical instruments that are used in their community. The musical instruments found are mainly percussion instruments that provide rhythm.

Nov 2, 2025
Tharu Songs and Dances 

Tharu Songs and Dances 

Tharus have numerous songs for different months, festivals, seasons, and times. Through different songs they express their innermost feelings

Dec 19, 2024
Shamanism in Tharu Community

Shamanism in Tharu Community

Although it's fundamentally based on myths and tradition of the art of divination, Shamanism is an integral part of Tharu religious life.

May 12, 2024
Tharu Festivals

Tharu Festivals

Tharus usually celebrate their festival when they are not occupied in their agricultural works during the year.

Apr 4, 2024
Tharu Life Rites

Tharu Life Rites

Tharus have their own cultural practices from birth to death. Each of their lifecycles come with a series of rituals that have established their distinct heritage and identity since the time unknown.

Oct 12, 2023
Tharu Village and House

Tharu Village and House

Tharu villages are generally scattered and are located at a distance from one another and Tharu houses are made using natural materials.

Sep 21, 2023
Tharu People, Tharu Language

Tharu People, Tharu Language

According to the National Population and Housing Census 2021, the Tharus are one of 142 castes/ethnicities and an aboriginal people of Nepal.

Aug 20, 2023
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