Traditional and Modern Health Care Practices and Effects on Rajbanshi

This is a descriptive and cross-sectional study on the Rajbanshi of Nepal undertaken in 2010. The common theories in Ethnographic/Indigenous Psychological perspective, Social Construction theories, and Public Health perspectives have navigated the study. This study poses both qualitative and quantitative methods: interviews, observations, and examinations. Household samples were randomly taken and clusters taken by purposive sampling method. Altogether 1514 people accounted in samples. Tools were semi-structured questionnaires, checklists, EPDS, weighing machine and measuring tape.

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    Recognizing his responsibility, this writer, in the later stages of life, has felt a sense of urgency in preserving the positivity of research. The book is published to document synthesized knowledge based on trustworthy information and data, thereby sharing it with readers.

    This book has expected to be a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the true essence of Nepali soil, to explore the rich Kirat civilization, its culture, and the intricate tapestry of ethnic issues—best of luck on this enlightening journey.