Discover the resilience and freedom of communities in Northeast India through Jangkhomang Guite’s vital academic work. This book offers a radical re-evaluation of dominant civilizational narratives, challenging how ‘tribes’ are perceived. Delve into their history of resistance, migration, and the unique societies forged in statelessness within India. Guite explores independent village polities and flexible social structures, revealing a dynamic world of agency. Essential reading for students and scholars of Indian history, anthropology, and Northeast Indian studies seeking profound insights into resistance and freedom.