ABSTRACT
The Chiru are one of the recognized tribes of Manipur. They are found mostly in the states of Manipur, Assam and Nagaland. Perhaps, the neighbouring states are yet to recognize the tribe. Traditionally, Chirus are very rich in culture, tradition, folklore, folk tale, folk dance, folk song religion belief etc. The menfolk wear different types of clothing for different purposes based on social, cultural, geographical, psychological, economic reasons and physical requirements. Traditional dresses of a community or a tribe play an important role in preserving the identity of the people. The Chiru tribe is one of the ethnic groups of north-east India that inhabit mainly the states of Manipur, Assam and Nagaland. They have their own traditional dresses, ornaments, costumes, dances, music, folksongs, folklore and folk tale. Christianity has brought significant changes in the social, political, economic and religious life of the people of the Chiru tribe.
