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Tharu Barghar-Mukhiya Indigenous Model: A Case Study Of Tharu Community Of Nepal, Narayan B. Khadka
Tharu Barghar-Mukhiya Indigenous Model: A Case Study Of Tharu Community Of Nepal, Narayan B. Khadka
Department of Conflict Resolution Studies Theses and Dissertations
This research explores the indigenous conflict resolution processes practiced by the Tharu community living in Nepal’s Bara, Dang and Bardiya districts, the role of Tharu traditions and customs, and the function of the Barghar-Mukhiya. Due to geographic and monetary challenges experienced by the Tharu accessing Nepal’s formal justice system, they continue to serve as a viable and vibrant vehicle for resolving minor and major conflicts at the community level and form the basis of researcher’s Barghar-Mukhiya model. Shaped by Tharu collectivist culture and traditions, it supports the social fabric of the community. Utilizing qualitative case study methodology, this research assesses …