Bodo is one of the major tribe in Assam. They live with their own customs and traditions and a large part of plains in Assam. The physical structures of the Bodos are square set face with flat nose, wide chest, broad shoulders and light brown or yellow skin. The objectives of study are to know the historical background of Bodo tribe and understand the ethnic identity of Bodo tribe and also study the social and cultural life of the Bodo tribe. The study depends on secondary data. The traditional Bodo culture is a part of the great Mongalaid culture. Festivals are the symbol of happiness and enjoyment. Like every ethnic groups the Bodos have unique features and values. From the above discussion it is quite clear that the Bodos one of the important tribes of Assam is rich in their socio-cultural life. A changing trend is seen in Bodo culture in different times.
Key words: North-East, Bodo, Background, Festivals, Baisagu, Domashi, Bagurumba.
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