Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Assam has included Bathouism, the traditional faith of the Bodos, as an official religion option in various application forms, such as admissions and birth & death certificates. This move aims to preserve the indigenous faiths and distinct identity of the Bodo community, the largest plains tribe in Assam. The Bathouism faith centres around nature worship and reverence for ancestral traditions. This recognition reinforces the cultural roots of the Bodo community and promotes religious inclusivity, aligning with broader efforts to preserve nature-based indigenous beliefs in India.