Nagaland Dobashi Association
| Abbreviation | NDBA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1962 |
| Legal status | Active |
| Headquarters | Kohima, Nagaland, India |
Official language | English, and the affiliated member's language when necessary |
President | Notho Koso |
| Motto: Backbone of Administration | |
The Nagaland Dobashi Association (NDBA) is an organisation based in the Indian state of Nagaland. Founded in 1962, it is the apex organisation representing Dobashis in the state of Nagaland.[1][2]
Dobashis are traditional functionaries who serve as interpreters, mediators and custodians of the Naga customary law. The association works to preserve and promote indigenous legal systems and support administrative process.[2]
The Nagaland Dobashi Association was established to organize and represent Dobashis across the state and to strengthen their role in the Naga society.[2]
Roles and Functions
Dobashis perform a variety of roles within the administrative and legal framework of Nagaland, including:
- Serves as interpreters between government officials and local communities
- Assist courts in cases involving customary law
- Mediate disputes within villages and tribal groups
- Supporting district administration and law enforcement agencies
- Preserving traditional knowledge and practices
List of association presidents
| President |
Session |
Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Notho Koso | 2025–Incumbent | [3] |
| Vikheho Sema | 2022–2025 | [4] |
| Noklemtoba Ao | 2019–2022 | [5] |
| Thipuzhoyo Thira | 2012–2019 | [6] |
| T. Siyang Chang | 2006–2012 | [1] |
| T. Aiwang Konyak | 2003–2006 | |
| M. Toshi Ao | 1993–2003 | [1] |
| Pukron Kikhi | 1987–1993 | |
| Neichalhoulie Angami | 1984–1987 | |
| Thekruvilie Angami | 1980–1984 | |
| H. Kawoto Sema | 1976–1980 | |
| Neihutuo Angami | 1970–1976 | |
| I. Kawoto Kinimi | 1968–1970 | |
| Phyolumo Lotha | 1966–1968 | [7] |
| I. Kawoto Kinimi | 1962–1966 | |
References
- 1 2 3 "Epitome of Naga customary laws, Dobashis honored". The Morung Express. 13 November 2012. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Dobashis: Custodian of Customary Law and Practice in Nagaland". The Morung Express. 19 June 2018. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- ↑ "NDBA new team takes over". Nagaland Post. 15 February 2025. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- ↑ "Nagaland Dobashi Association (NDBA) elects office bearers". Nagaland Post. 27 February 2022. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- ↑ Ambrocia, Medolenuo (23 November 2023). "Unique tradition will vanish in absence of customary courts: Nagaland Dobashis". East Mojo. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "'Dobashis' are back bone of the administration'". The Morung Express. 17 February 2016. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "Phyolumo Lotha's 50th death anniversary celebrated at Wokha". Eastern Mirror. 15 February 2025. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
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