How Church Activity Has Uprooted Khasi Community in North East India

During the 1990s, a fake narrative was spread that the Judgment Day was near, leading to significant social disruption in the Northeast. This article examines the complex relationship between religious institutions and traditional community structures among the Khasi people.

The Khasi community, with its unique matrilineal social structure and indigenous belief systems, has faced significant pressure from religious conversion efforts. Traditional social institutions and cultural practices have undergone transformation due to religious influence.

The article explores how cultural identity, religious belief, and community welfare intersect, highlighting the challenges faced by indigenous communities in maintaining their traditional heritage while adapting to modern influences and pressures.