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The Jad tribe of Himachal Pradesh are followers of which of the following religion?

HPPSC · 2021 · GS1
Question:
The Jad tribe of Himachal Pradesh are followers of which of the following religion?

Options

(1) Buddhism
(2) Hinduism
(3) Islam
(4) Christianity
Answer: (1) Buddhism

Explanation:
The Jads (also called Jad Bhotiyas) are a trans-Himalayan tribe inhabiting the upper reaches of the Tons and Yamuna river valleys in Himachal Pradesh (Uttarkashi border area) as well as parts of Pangi in Chamba. They are primarily followers of Tibetan Buddhism and have strong cultural and trade links with Tibet. They are known for wool trade and transhumance (seasonal migration). Unmarried girls in the Jad community are known as 'Jomo.'

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