Cultural Relativism In North India

Literature of a culture is a powerful window that enables one to view, understand and emulate with the outlook of cultural transposition when studied along with anthropology, sociology and history. Relativism is reflected in any cultural studies. Therefore, it is very significant that such literatures be written by the bona fide individuals who belong to that culture rather than others which may not reflect the reality or mar the picture with uncommon biased outlook. Historically many indigenous people groups in the world followed oral tradition which is more binding than many written traditions as presented in today‟ world. The Seven Sisters and Sikkim have always had gripping stories to tell - of political upheavals, multiple cultures, tribal
Though Northeast is rich in its culture and traditions yet there is also a dark side of this land where people are witnessing conflicts with issues relating to their homeland and identity since the ages. The fire of insurgency has been increasingly burning in Northeast India. Easterine kire‟s „Mari‟ is one such gentle love story set in the midst of violence, the violence of the unforgettable battle of Kohima. It is a story of a young girl, Mari who was caught in the great battle of Kohima. Because of the battle, Mari and her other sisters were separated from their parents and they were forced to leave their village home. Throughout the battle, these young girls move from one hiding place to another to escape the Japanese soldiers. They looked for herbs and greens in the forest and hide in the forest to protect themselves. In the process, Mari also loses her lover in the war. This fiction from Northeast has presented the presence of political disturbances in the Northeast region. Since ages, Nagaland has been one of the worst affected
There is a need of mutual love and peace in the society. Only when the land is peaceful, there will be advancement in the field of education. It is time for Northeast India to put down their weapons and wear humanity. The government of India should also take these problems seriously and take necessary actions for the upliftment of the people of this region. Northeast people should not be neglected in their own state as well as in the Capital city like New Delhi. The cultural diversities should be respected. In such situation, common men always become the victim. At last what will people gain through all those bloodshed?