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Socioeconomic disparities are therefore a key determinant of health behaviours and health inequities in tribal populations that face a lot of challenges in accessing their health rights. This cross-sectional qualitative study will go a long way in improving the understanding of the multifaceted relationship between health behaviours and socio-economic determinants in tribal population and the mechanisms that produce health inequities. Research indicates that socioeconomic status influences health behaviours in indigenous populations. This is because when the less resource group is locked out of basic health care services, quality and affordable foods and exercise amenities, the health divide is deepened. Also, the health literacy and the decision-making concerning the health behaviours are connected with the education, and the structural and cultural factors tend to limit the access to the health care services. Culture and economic status are the most influential determinants of the treatment and health seeking behaviours. This study adds to the knowledge base by giving a clearer picture on how SES influences health behaviours among the tribal people. The ultimate aim is to facilitate the creation of a framework for the targeted interventions that would be useful in the eradication of health disparities and enhancement of the human health. Therefore, the study will employ community engagement and participatory approaches to establish culturally appropriate interventions that may be used in the eradication of social disparities and promotion of health equity among the tribal communities through qualitative research and themes. The goal of this project is to enhance the policy advocacy and system changes that will enhance the health status and health equity of tribal people through the analysis of the impact of socio-economic determinants on health and other factors influencing health decisions.

Socioeconomic Factors, Health Behaviours, Tribal Communities, Qualitative Exploration,