Biological diversity is a hallmark of Indian populations. Anthropologists have always shown deeper interest in indigenous and /or tribal populations. In the present study it is proposed to study the morpho-physiological variations, parent-child correlations and heritability estimates among the Santhals, a tribal group from West Bengal. Santhals of this area have low socio-economic status. Although all of them are non-vegetarians, they can hardly afford it more than once in a month. Both sons and daughters exhibit great biological affinity with their parents among Santhals. Sons are taller and...