The Santal, Bhumij, Ho, and Munda tribes in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal worship Marang Buru, also known as Maran Buru.
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PC: Nagaland Tribune
The Jharkhand High Court recently directed the state to implement a prohibition on livestock, alcohol, and intoxicants on a hill that is sacred to the Santal Adivasi and Jain communities.
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Location & Elevation |
Located in Jharkhand; Tallest peak in the state at 1,365 metres; part of Parasnath Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Jain Significance |
Known as Sammed Shikharji; site where 20 of 24 Tirthankaras attained liberation; home to 40+ Jain temples |
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Santhal Belief |
Revered as Marang Buru (“Great Mountain”); supreme deity of the Santhal tribe; key site during Sohrai festival |
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Social Role |
Contains sacred groves central to Santhal culture; hosts Lo Bir Baisi, a tribal council for dispute resolution |
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Historical Role |
Was the launch site of the 1855 Santal Hul (rebellion) against British colonial rule |
Source: Indianexpress
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Practice Question: Q. Marang Buru, often mentioned in the context of tribal traditions in India, is: (a) A sacred mountain and the principal deity of the Santhal tribe Answer: (a) A sacred mountain and the principal deity of the Santhal tribe Explanation:
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