Social Geography The Konyak Tribe Context: Researchers at Nagaland University have discovered that a traditional herbal medicine used by the Konyak tribe possesses the potential to act against cancer. This highlights to the world the significance of the indigenous medical knowledge possessed by this tribe. About the Konyak Tribe The Konyak tribe is found in the Mon district of Nagaland, as well as in the Tirap and Changlang districts of Arunachal Pradesh. The Konyak community follows a patriarchal system. Typically, the father's assets are inherited by the eldest son. Aolingmonyu, Animo, and Laun-Ongmo are their most important festivals. Their most significant harvest festival is 'Aoleang Monyu.' It is celebrated during the first week of April.
