Our Vision
To ensure that Santali history, Sarna Dharam, customary law, and self-governance traditions are accurately documented, protected from misrepresentation, and transmitted to future generations with academic, legal, and cultural integrity.
Our Mission
- •Build an authentic Santali knowledge repository
- •Counter misrepresentation and cultural erasure
- •Support customary governance recognition through research
- •Assist community institutions, scholars, and policymakers with verified data
Our Core Mandates
Six interconnected pillars that guide our research, documentation, and advocacy work
Research & Documentation
Systematic research on Manjhi Pargana governance, customary law, Sarna Dharam, and Ol Chiki language
Cultural Archives
Official archives of customary law declarations, faith traditions, and ritual protocols
Policy Advisory
Advising governance bodies on heritage protection, cultural certification, and education
Academic Support
Supporting scholars, researchers, and students with verified research and citations
Protection Against Misrepresentation
Documenting and reporting cultural misrepresentation in media and publications
Knowledge Preservation
Building authentic Santali knowledge repository for future generations
Institutional Authority
SRHB derives its authority from recognized frameworks and customary systems:
WeSantal Governance
Memorandum of Association & Byelaws
Customary Law
Manjhi Pargana System
Legal Framework
Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas Act, 1996 (PESA)
Operational Role
Research and advisory body, not political or religious