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Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Anthropology Centre
Ethnic Groups Research Database |
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Record |
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| Subject |
Akha, taboo, practice, Chiang Rai |
| Author |
Phinit Phitchayasin |
| Title |
Basic social taboos and practices of the Akha in northern Thailand |
| Document Type |
Research Paper |
Original Language of Text |
Thai |
| Ethnic Identity |
Akha,
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Language and Linguistic Affiliations |
Sino-Tibetan |
Location of
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Sirindhorn Anthropology Center Library |
Total Pages |
63 |
Year |
1974 |
| Source |
Tribal Research Center, Chiang Mai, Department of Public Welfare, Interior Ministry |
| Abstract |
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The report describes the social, cultural and traditional taboos and practices observed by the Akha ethnic group in the northern region concerning village location, dress, food, marriage, family, kinship, administration, occupation, superstition, and festivals based on their animistic beliefs.
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