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Omen Prediction System of the Nyishi: With Special Reference to Chicken Liver.

Author(s) Mr. Sunilal Basumatary
Country India
Abstract The Nyishi are one of the major indigenous communities that are mainly inhabitants of and found in the Arunachal Pradesh of Northeast India. They are predominantly found in the Papum Pare, Subansiri, East Kameng, West Kameng, and Kurung Kumey districts in Arunachal Pradesh. Along with Arunachal Pradesh, the Nyishi are also found in some parts of the adjoining district of plain Assam, particularly in Sonitpur, Biswanath, and some parts of the Lakhimpur district. The Nyishi are renowned for their unique and vibrant traditional culture; they practice a distinctive omen prediction system using especially chicken liver, which plays a crucial role in their socio-cultural and religious life. In this research paper, it has been tried to explore the significance of the chicken liver omen prediction systems and examine its application and importance in various rituals and ceremonies among the Nyishi. The paper also gives a special focus on the importance of chicken liver prediction systems, such as the construction of new houses, marriage ceremonies, death rituals, and customary laws of the Nyishi tribes. Through the analytical approach, the study highlights how this traditional knowledge system reinforces community values and guides the Nyishi people for their decision-making processes.
Keywords Omen, Prediction, Nyishi, Chicken, Liver.
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-02-20
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.69373
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