Changes in the traditional way of life of the Tungus of Yakutia during the establishment of Soviet power

Abstract

The establishment of the Soviet power changed the entire way of life for the small-numbered indigenous peoples of Yakutia. There occurred the socio-economic and socio-cultural changes that became decisive in the historical destiny of Tungusic peoples of Yakutia. The collectivization and other Soviet policies on the indigenous population deprived the Tungus population of the possibility to maintain the traditional ways of life. However, the new Government provided substantial assistance in social and cultural fields. They built schools, hospitals, clubs; there appeared competent, educated people among the Tungus.