• In 2021, the Central Government declared 15^th November, the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, as National Tribal Pride Day.
• The objective is to honor the contributions of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and other tribal freedom fighters.
• Acknowledge their traditions and proud history.
• This day serves as an important opportunity to:
• Remember the struggles of the tribal society.
• Recognize their significant contributions.
• Indian Constitution regarding the protection of Scheduled Tribes:
  • Article 46: Promotes educational and economic interests of Scheduled Tribes and safeguards against social injustice and exploitation.
  • Article 243T: Ensures reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in Panchatats.
  • Article 330: Provides reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the lok Sabha.
  • Article 342: Authorizes the President to notify communities as Schedules Tribes.

Initiatives Launched on ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2023’

• PM Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM- JANMAN):
  • The 24,000-crore rupee scheme aims to benefit and saturate the families and habitations with basic facilities.
  • Under PM JANMAN, the government will reach out to tribal groups and primitive tribes most of whom still dwell in the forests.
  • This will protect the tribes on the verge of extinction and nurture them.
• Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra: A nationwide programme to reach out to all villages and include those eligible for various central schemes.
• PM Kisan Scheme: PM also released Rs 18,000 crore as the 15th installment of PM Kisan scheme for over 8 crore farmers across the country.