Jacinta Kerketta: Championing the Voices of Jharkhand's Marginalized Tribes

Abstract Tribal Literature refers to the written and oral works produced by indigenous or tribal communities that reflect their cultural, social, and spiritual experiences. These oral traditions include folk tales, songs, myths, legends, poetry, and rituals that have been passed down through generations. Tribal literature today comprises written works by authors who discuss their experiences, hardships, and perspectives. Jharkhand's tribal literature comprises oral history and folklore. Since before independence, Jharkhand's indigenous people have fought with their identity. It is impossible to avoid bringing up Jacinta Kerketta when talking about Indian tribal writers. Jacinta Kerketta is a well-known poet, writer, and journalist from the Adivasi Oraon group in Jharkhand, India. Born in 1983, she is a poet and prose writer who focuses on the difficulties, culture, and perseverance of India's tribal groups. Jacinta's Hindi writing explores topics such as land, identity, environmental degradation, and exploitation of indigenous peoples.