International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR)

Sedentary Raute of Sudurpaschim and Social Change

The Rautes living in Nepal are the only nomadic tribe in Nepal. They live in Karnali and Sudurpaschim province of Nepal. The Raute living in the Sudurpaschim were settled in permanent settlements by the Nepal government four decades ago. However, the Rautes living in Karnali province are still in a nomadic state. This article is based on a study of the Rautes living in permanent settlements in Sudurpaschim Nepal. This study has been interpreted and analyzed by collecting qualitative data from observation, in-depth interviews, and key informants interviews. The Rautes of Sudurpaschim have their own original language, cuisine, Norms and values, lifestyle, and religious culture. Rautes used to live in caves, forests, and river banks of Sudurpaschim in the past, now they live in permanent settlement and houses. The Rautes used to make their living by making wooden utensils and agriculture tools and exchanging them, have started farming, daily wage jobs, and jobs after coming to permanent residence? They are getting used to the modern lifestyle. Inter-caste marriages are increasing, and they are mixing with other societies.Participation in schools, cooperative mothers' groups, health services, and politics has increased.