Family in tribal societies represents the fundamental social unit that serves as a primary source of identity, socialization, economic cooperation, and cultural continuity. Unlike the urban or industrial context, where family is often defined narrowly as the nuclear family, tribal families in India are deeply embedded in larger kinship networks and community structures. A family typically comprises individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption, sharing economic responsibilities, residence, and mutual obligations. In tribal contexts, the concept of family often transcends the immediate household and includes extended relatives who play significant roles in child-rearing, resource sharing, and the maintenance of cultural norms. Tribal families are not only social units but also crucial mechanisms for the transmission of traditional knowledge, folklore, religious beliefs, and skills, ensuring the preservation of cultural heritage across generations. Marriage in tribal societies is a social institution with both functional and symbolic significance, binding individuals and families into enduring social relationships. It is not merely a contract between two individuals but a network of obligations, alliances, and reciprocal ties that often extend to the larger community. Among Indian tribes, marriage practices are highly diverse, reflecting ecological settings, cultural beliefs, and socio-economic conditions. Exogamous marriages, where individuals are required to marry outside their clan or lineage, are common among many tribes, such as the Gonds, Santhals, and Bhils, to prevent inbreeding and maintain genetic diversity. Endogamous practices, where marriage occurs within a specified group, are also observed in certain tribal groups based on village, territorial, or occupational affiliations. Some tribes, like the Todas of Nilgiri, practice fraternal polyandry or other forms of collective marital arrangements, highlighting the adaptive strategies of marriage to ecological and demographic conditions. Marriage ceremonies are typically elaborate, involving rituals, feasts,