J. J. Roy Burman (born 1955) is an Indian author and anthropologist known for his research on tribal communities, sacred groves,[1] and syncretic traditions in India.
He writing and ethnographic studies explore India's cultural and religious landscapes.
He pursued his undergraduate studies in anthropology at University of Calcutta and later earned a master's degree in sociology and social anthropology from the University of North Bengal, followed by a Ph.D. from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences.
[citation needed] Burman has authored around 60 research papers, primarily focusing on ethnicity and environmental management.
He has actively participated in national and international seminars and conferences, contributing to discourse on his areas of expertise.