Emic Perspectives of Santal Healing Traditions in Odisha

Abstract: The distinctive cultural and traditional approaches to health and well-being of the Santal community in Odisha, India, examine the perspectives of the indigenous people on healthcare practices. The paper entitled “Emic Perspectives of Santal Healing Traditions in Odisha” is relevant to contemporary anthropological wisdom. The study highlights the health perspectives of the expanding body of literature on indigenous healthcare practices in the Santal worldview. The study also highlights the difficulties that the Santal community faces in maintaining indigenous healthcare practices. The study promotes an inclusive healthcare system with culturally competent healthcare strategies that respect and incorporate indigenous knowledge. The Santal healthcare systems are essential for developing policies and interventions that honour their cultural practices while addressing contemporary health challenges. The book concludes with an emphasis on the importance of a multidimensional approach to tribal health research.