ABSTRACT
A democratic society has an obligation to provide opportunities for individuals to develop and use their knowledge and skills to the fullest extent. The primary aim of all educational efforts should be to help boys and girls achieve the highest degree of individual development and skills which they are capable of. Education currently provided in our schools is prompting stress on acquiring information, knowledge and technical skills rather than realizing one’s capabilities, competencies and abilities to promote human capital. Life skills education provides a platform and opportunity for children to develop their skills and human capital and hones their psychological, sociological, economic and cultural abilities. Socio-cultural aspects of tribal communities include play activities, way of life, economic activities, health habits, celebration of festivals, patterns of worship, attitude towards education, forest produce, marriage and shelter. Personal growth of tribal children depends on developing their abilities and faculties to cope up psychologically as well as culturally in the new social milieu.
