Aka Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh The Aka, also known as Hrusso,
are found in the Thrizino (cultural hub), Bhalukpong (commercial
hub), Buragaon, Jamiri, Palizi, Khuppi area in West Kameng of
the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. Their language belongs to
the Tibeto-Burman family. The Aka share strong cultural
affinities with the Miji, and intermarriage with the Miji is
prevalent. Centuries of Vaishnava and intermittent Tibetan
influence from the Sherdukpen has shaped the Aka culture into
its modern form. Handicrafts, basket weaving and wood carving
are the principal arts among the Aka tribe. Intermittent Tibetan
contacts is evidenced by the fact that the Aka and Mishmis are
known as "Khakhra" (meaning barbarians) to the Tibetans.
Published on 3/29/12