Challenges
Challenges can be legal or methodical.
It is important that nothing that the NGO or corporate or funding agency or philanthropist or celebrity does to address the challenges is illegal.

1. Economic and Social Marginalization:
Poverty and Indebtedness:
Many tribal communities struggle with poverty and are often burdened by debt, hindering their ability to improve their living conditions.
Lack of Access to Resources:
They often lack access to basic amenities like clean water, sanitation, healthcare, and education, leading to poor health outcomes and limited opportunities.
Land Displacement and Rights:
Displacement due to development projects, mining, and other activities, coupled with issues related to land rights, is a major concern.
Unemployment and Limited Economic Opportunities:
Many tribal communities have limited access to employment opportunities, particularly in modern sectors, leading to economic hardship.
2. Education and Cultural Erosion:
Low Literacy Rates:
Tribal communities often have lower literacy rates compared to the national average, hindering their ability to participate fully in society.
Language Barriers:
Tribal children often speak their native languages, which may not be the medium of instruction in schools, leading to difficulties in learning.
Cultural Identity Crisis:
Globalization, modernization, and urbanisation can contribute to the erosion of tribal cultures and traditions, leading to an identity crisis.
3. Health and Nutrition:
Poor Health Outcomes:
Lack of access to healthcare and sanitation facilities, coupled with poor nutrition, leads to poor health outcomes among tribal communities.
Nutritional Deficiencies:
Many tribal populations suffer from chronic infections and ailments, including water-borne diseases, due to inadequate nutrition and healthcare access.
4. Exploitation and Discrimination:
Exploitation by Non-Tribal Groups:
Tribal communities are often vulnerable to exploitation by non-tribal groups, including moneylenders, traders, and even government officials.
Social and Religious Troubles:
Tribal communities may face social and religious discrimination from dominant groups, further marginalizing them.
5. Displacement and Rehabilitation:
Forced Displacement:
Displacement due to development projects, mining, and other activities can lead to the loss of traditional livelihoods and cultural identity.
Inadequate Rehabilitation:
Rehabilitation efforts for displaced tribal communities are often inadequate, leaving them vulnerable and marginalized.