G.S. Ghurye is widely regarded as the father of Indian anthropology. He made significant contributions to the study of caste, kinship, and tribal societies in India.

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Sanskritization', which refers to the process by which lower castes adopt the cultural practices and values of higher castes in order to gain social status.

Nirmal Kumar Bose is known for his extensive work on tribal societies and culture in India. He conducted detailed studies of various tribal communities and documented their social organization, customs, and beliefs.

Milton Singer is known for his work on the concept of 'Little Tradition' and 'Great Tradition', which refers to the distinction between local, regional, and national cultural practices and beliefs.

S.C. Dube is known for his work in rural anthropology, particularly his studies of village communities in India. He explored the social, economic, and cultural aspects of rural life and the impact of modernization on traditional societies.

F.G. Bailey is known for his work on the concept of 'Jajmani System', which refers to the traditional system of patron-client relationships and exchange of goods and services in rural India.

Radhakamal Mukerjee is known for his work in economic anthropology, particularly his studies of the economic life of rural communities in India. He explored the relationship between economic activities and social and cultural factors.

Fredrik Barth is known for his work on the concept of 'Segmentary Lineage System', which refers to the social organization of certain societies based on descent and lineage.

D.P. Mukerji is known for his work on caste and social stratification in India. He conducted extensive studies of the caste system and its impact on social, economic, and political life.

McKim Marriott is known for his work on the concept of 'Sacred Complex', which refers to the interconnectedness of religious beliefs, rituals, and social practices in Hindu society.

Verrier Elwin is known for his work on tribal societies and culture in India, particularly his studies of the Baiga and Gond tribes. He documented their social organization, customs, and beliefs.

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Sanskritization and Westernization', which refers to the processes of cultural change and adaptation in Indian society.

Nirmal Kumar Bose is known for his extensive work on tribal societies and culture in India. He conducted detailed studies of various tribal communities and documented their social organization, customs, and beliefs.

Milton Singer is known for his work on the concept of 'Little Tradition' and 'Great Tradition', which refers to the distinction between local, regional, and national cultural practices and beliefs.

S.C. Dube is known for his work in rural anthropology, particularly his studies of village communities in India. He explored the social, economic, and cultural aspects of rural life and the impact of modernization on traditional societies.