Housing pattern and food habit of theMro-tribe community in Bangladesh: A forest dependence perspective

Abstract

An exploratory study was conducted on the housing pattern and food habit of theMro tribe in Bandarban region, Bangladesh, highlighting their indigenous knowledge. The study was carried out with respect to three income groups. A total of 36 households (12 from each income groups) were assessed using different participatory appraisals through semi-structured questionnaires. A special type of indigenous knowledge on housing pattern and food habit was explored in theMro community, which correspond to the severe dependence on forest resources.

Keywords

Housing pattern / Special and Favorite food / Cooking and drinking procedure / Mro / Bangladesh / Q988 / B

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