Psychological Awakening Towards Politics Among The Mizos In The North-East Region Of India

Abstract

(The precise origins of the Mizos have remained undisclosed until now. Historians and scholars have only been able to provide conjectures and hypotheses regarding the origin of the Mizo tribe. During the course of their research, numerous intellectuals and scholars have postulated that the Mizo people belong to the Tibeto-Burman family, which is a subset of the larger Mongolian race. The history of the Mizo people can be traced back to the time when British officers first encountered the Lushai Hills. The British officers were captivated by the rich culture and heritage of the Mizo people, prompting them to extensively investigate their history and traditions. These findings were documented by the British and subsequently published as scholarly books on Mizo history, which continue to be regarded as valuable sources of information. It was during the period of British rule that the Mizo people began to actively participate in politics and express their opinions on various matters. The establishment of political parties by the Mizo people marked a significant milestone in their political journey and heralded a new era in Mizo politics. Building upon this premise, this paper aims to explore the historical factors behind the Mizo people's initial interest in politics and the formation of political parties by the Mizos)