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Tribes and Castes of Bengal: Anthropometric Data is a seminal two-volume work by H. H. Risley, originally compiled during the colonial period. This exhaustive anthropometric study examines the physical characteristics, social structures, and classifications of numerous tribal and caste groups across Bengal.
Risley’s meticulous documentation includes detailed measurements, observations, and ethnographic data collected through systematic research. The work serves as an important historical record of Bengal’s diverse communities, providing insights into the region’s complex social hierarchy and ethnic composition.
Published by Gyan Publishing House, this reproduction maintains scholarly value for anthropologists, historians, and researchers studying South Asian societies, demographic patterns, and colonial-era ethnographic practices. The comprehensive nature of the two-volume set makes it an essential reference work for understanding Bengal’s social history.
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