Socio-Cultural Values for Secondary Level Students through the Tribal Cult of Todas; the Indigenous Tribes of Tamil Nadu

Abstract

Todas are the ancient tribes Nilgiris. Their economy is basically pastoralists and they raise buffaloes for their livelihood as well as a part of their religious beliefs. Todas in present days are well educated and advanced. Still they preserve and carry their traditional beliefs and roots till date. They are considered to be the pride of Tamil Nadu. Their unique embroidery had gained popularity around the world countries, owing to globalisation. Their marked value system should be understood and followed by the students studying in secondary classes. So the idea of developing value framework was thought of. The Research Design followed is Historical Research Design. Still these tribes have so many challenges for survival which the government and N.G.O’s could take up some relevant measures to protect the indigenous nature of this developed tribes.