Christianity And Social Change With Special Reference To Indigenous Tribal Women Of Tripura

Abstract

Christianity has long been a catalyst for cultural change around the world, with a rich history of influencing many aspects such as ideas, society, the arts, architecture, education, etc. It has contributed immensely in accelerating and influencing the changes that transformed Europe and other parts of the world. Without a doubt, the arrival of Christian missions in India, particularly in North East India, has a significant impact on social transformation. Tripura, one of the Northeast Indian states, is not an exception. The arrival of Christianity in Tripura has ushered in a new era for indigenous tribal society. This paper tries to examine the historical background of Christianity in Tripura. It sheds light on the significant contributions made by women missionaries to the fields of education and health care. The paper also discusses the impact of Christianity on the social lives of the indigenous tribal women of Tripura. Additionally, to comprehend the social changes, the condition of women in traditional indigenous tribal society is highlighted. The paper is based on the primary and secondary sources.