The Tripuri people are the original inhabitants of Tripura and form the state's largest tribal group. They speak Kokborok and maintain distinct customs and festivals.

Kokborok is the native Tibeto‑Burman language spoken by the Tripuri people. It is recognized as an official language of Tripura alongside Bengali.

Tripuri dance comprises a variety of traditional folk dances performed during festivals and ceremonies. The dances often feature vibrant costumes and rhythmic drum accompaniment.

Tripuri cuisine includes dishes such as Mui Borok and bamboo shoot preparations that use local ingredients. It is known for its mild flavors and extensive use of fermented foods.

The Tripura State Museum in Agartala showcases the region's archaeological, ethnographic, and artistic heritage. Its collections feature artifacts related to tribal life, including costumes and musical instruments.

Jatra is a popular form of folk theatre performed in Tripura and neighboring Bengal. Performances combine music, dance, and dramatized stories from mythology and local history.

Garia Puja is a major tribal festival honoring the deity Garia, celebrated with dances, songs, and communal feasts. It takes place annually in the spring across many Tripuri villages.

Tripuri music features traditional instruments such as the kham drum and the sumui flute. It accompanies dances, festivals, and religious ceremonies throughout the state.

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Culture of Tripura

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The culture of Tripura is distinct and a bit similar to other people of Northeast India. However like Assam, Manipur, Burma and Southeast Asia culture of Tripura is characterized in small portion where people live in plain and hill areas. Tripura is a state in North East India. In the 2001 census of India, Bengalis represented almost 70% of the population and the Tripuri population comprised 30% of Tripura's population. The Tripuri population comprises some clans and ethnic groups with diverse languages and cultures. The largest native group was the Tripuri who had a population of 543,848 in 2001 census, representing 16.99% of the state population and 54.7% of the scheduled tribe population. The other group of people in order of decreasing population were Chakma (6.5%), Halam (4.8%), Mog (3.1%), Munda, Kuki tribes and Garo Hajong. Bengali is the most spoken language, due to the dominance of Bengali people in the state. Kokborok (Tripuri/Tiprakok) is a common language among Tripuris and lingua franca in Tripura. Several other languages belonging to Indo-European and Sino-Tibetan families are spoken by the different tribe

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Tripuri people
includes
The Tripuri people are the original inhabitants of Tripura and form the state's largest tribal group. They speak Kokborok and maintain distinct customs and festivals.
Kokborok
spoken in
Kokborok is the native Tibeto‑Burman language spoken by the Tripuri people. It is recognized as an official language of Tripura alongside Bengali.
Tripuri dance
features
Tripuri dance comprises a variety of traditional folk dances performed during festivals and ceremonies. The dances often feature vibrant costumes and rhythmic drum accompaniment.
Tripuri cuisine
includes
Tripuri cuisine includes dishes such as Mui Borok and bamboo shoot preparations that use local ingredients. It is known for its mild flavors and extensive use of fermented foods.
Tripura State Museum
preserved at
The Tripura State Museum in Agartala showcases the region's archaeological, ethnographic, and artistic heritage. Its collections feature artifacts related to tribal life, including costumes and musical instruments.
Jatra (theatre)
expressed through
Jatra is a popular form of folk theatre performed in Tripura and neighboring Bengal. Performances combine music, dance, and dramatized stories from mythology and local history.
Garia Puja
celebrated at
Garia Puja is a major tribal festival honoring the deity Garia, celebrated with dances, songs, and communal feasts. It takes place annually in the spring across many Tripuri villages.
Tripuri music
accompanies
Tripuri music features traditional instruments such as the kham drum and the sumui flute. It accompanies dances, festivals, and religious ceremonies throughout the state.

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Culture of Tripura is part of State Studies, which appears in the syllabus of TPSC.