Customary Laws and Social Norms of the Galo Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh: An Exploration of Women’s Property Rights

This research paper explores the customary law and the social norms of the Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh and their impacts on Women’s Rights on property. The Galo tribe is the major and prominent tribes of Arunachal Pradesh. The customary law and social norms play a important role in shaping lives of the Galo women. This study examines the property rights of Galo women in Arunachal Pradesh, a region in northeastern India. In this study we are using a mixed-methods research design, combining quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis data collection methods. A simple size of 300 to 400 respondents was selected for the study the data collection methods including surveys, Interviews and focus group discussions. We investigate the challenges faced by the Galo Women in accessing and owning property rights particularly immovable property like land. Our findings highlight the complex interplay of customary laws, social norms, and modern legal frameworks that shape women’s property rights in this region.