GUWAHATI: The Assam State Cabinet, during its meeting on November 16, announced its intent to submit a proposal to the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, advocating for the inclusion of 'Biate' as a distinct entry.
The proposal also seeks the exclusion of 'Biate, Biete' from the existing list under "7. Any Kuki Tribes including" as specified in the entry 7 of "Part II-ASSAM-I-In the autonomous districts of Karbi Anglong and North Cachar Hills" in the Schedule to the Constitution (ST) Order, 1950, as amended.
This move aims to recognise the unique cultural and ethnic identity of the Biate community and provide them with distinct tribal status, acknowledging and preserving the diverse heritage of various state communities.
