Karam is a festival celebrated to worship Karam Devta, the God of power. Which one among the following tribal communities in India traditionally celebrates this festival?

Karam (or Karma) is a major harvest festival celebrated by various tribal communities in the Chota Nagpur plateau and surrounding regions, including Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, and Assam. The festival is dedicated to Karam Devta (or Karamsani), the deity of power, youth, and vitality [2]. It is traditionally observed on the Ekadashi of the Bhadra month [1]. Among the provided options, the Santhals are one of the primary tribal groups that celebrate this festival, alongside the Munda, Oraon, Ho, and Kharia tribes [2]. The rituals involve planting a branch of the sacred Karam tree in a courtyard or 'akhra', where devotees perform the Karam dance and narrate the 'Karam Kahani' [2]. The festival emphasizes the deep connection between Adivasi communities and nature, seeking blessings for a bountiful harvest and the well-being of family members.

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1. [2] https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-culture/karam-tree-festival-9573236/
2. [1] https://jhargram.gov.in/culture-heritage/