A Study on the Traditional Number System, Measurements and Ethnic Calendar of the Little Known Karbi Tribal Group in Assam

Oral traditions are the core part of a tribal communication system. Generation wise it is transmitted among them. It is part of their cultural tradition and is intimately associated with their socialisation process. Such a method of traditional communication is the prime essential aspect of the regular mode of livelihood. In any tribal society, the process of traditional communication can be divided into a number of sections. Among them, the number system method and measurements are very significant. It is a very crucial aspect for them particularly related to their traditional economic organisation and livelihood. The present study is focused on the traditional method of number system, measurements and ethnic calendar among the Karbi tribal people of Karbi Anglong, Assam.