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They formed a number of caste organisations using their preferred name, with the Vanniyakula Kshatriya Maha Sangam appearing in Madras in 1888 [14] and extending state-wide in 1952. [ 15 ] [ b ] By 1931, due to their successful politicking (a process known as Sanskritisation ), the term Palli was removed from the Madras census, with the term ...
Paravar (also known as Bharathar or Bharathakula Kshatriyar) is a predominantly Catholic Tamil maritime community, mainly living in the state of Tamil Nadu, and in Sri Lanka. Historically, they were inhabitants of the Neithal (coastal) lands of Tamil Nadu, and find mention in various ancient Tamil literary works. [1] [2] [3]
In 1888, the Chennai Vanniyakula Kshatriya MahaSangam was founded. Many vanniyars began referring to themselves as vanniyakula kshatriya in an effort to enhance their identity and status. [7] The communities caste organizations began taking economic concerns in order to help the group move up the social ladder.
The kshatriyas served as representatives in the assembly at the capital, debated various issues put before the assembly. [19] Due to the lack of patronage of Vedic Brahmanism, the kshatriyas of the gana sanghas were often patrons of Buddhism and Jainism. [20] In the Pali canon, Kshatriya is referred as khattiya. [21]
Pages in category "Kshatriya communities" The following 24 pages are in this category, out of 24 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. B. Bagale Thapa;
Are Katika (also known as Are-Suryavanshi) are a community hailing from the South Indian states of Telangana, Andhra pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu including Maharashtra. Their traditional occupation includes working as meat traders, and hunters and soldiers.
Pages in category "Social groups of Tamil Nadu" ... Kallar (caste) Kamma (caste) Kammalar (caste) Karaiyar; Katesar; Kayalar (Muslim) Kodikaal Vellalar; Koliyar;
This is a list of Scheduled Castes in India. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are those considered the most socio-economic disadvantaged in India, and are officially defined in the Constitution of India in order to aid equality initiatives.