B.A. (Hons.) in Kharia is a 3-year undergraduate program that focuses on the study of the Kharia language, literature, culture, and history. The course aims to preserve and promote the indigenous Kharia language, spoken by the Kharia tribe in India. Students explore topics such as Kharia grammar, syntax, folklore, oral traditions, and linguistics, along with the socio-cultural aspects of the Kharia community. The curriculum also includes subjects related to anthropology, ethnography, and the historical background of the Kharia people. The program combines theoretical learning with fieldwork, enabling students to understand the language in real-world contexts. Graduates can work in education, cultural preservation, research, translation, or social work, focusing on tribal welfare and language revitalization.
