Following are the functions of dormitories in tribal India :
Safety :
Since the dormitories are usually at the center of a tribal community, it is thought they were created to have warriors organized, together and ready at a moment’s notice in times of battle. As a
Recreational Centre : Dormitories acts as a recreational centre for different plays and also serves as a guest house.
Community : The dormitories create a sense of community and help ensure the longevity of the tribe and its culture.
Tradition : Tribes in ancient India used to live in communal houses and allowed for everyone to work together. With this tradition, the tribes may have tried to recreate this on a smaller scale.
Separation : Dormitories might have been created to segregate the genders, so the males and females did not have access to each other, keeping them pure.
