Which caste is gounder?
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Which caste is gounder?
Kongu Vellalar
Gounder is a title used by various communities in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It may refer to communities such as the Kongu Vellalar, Kurumba, Vokkaliga, Vanniyars, Vettuvars and Uralis. The title is used to represent Kongu Vellalar community people in Kongu Nadu region in Tamil Nadu.
Is the Kongu Vellala Gounder a high caste?
Kongu Vellalar is a community found in the Kongu region of Tamil Nadu, India. The Kongu Vellalar were classified as a Forward Caste (General class) at the time of Indian independence but they successfully requested to be reclassified as an other Backward Class in 1975….
| Kongu Vellalar | |
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| Related groups | Vellalar |
Who ruled Kongunadu?
This means that while Raja Raja seized Ganga Nadu, he granted autonomy to Kongu Nadu. For almost 300 years from 1,004 C.E., the Kongu Cholas ruled autonomously. They even adopted the names of the Imperial Cholas —Vikrama Chola, Kulottunga Chola etc.”
What are the advantages of the Gounder caste in India?
With strong Political connections, Gounders are able to safeguard their wealth and expand their business. They get a good share of tenders/contracts and good deal of appointments in official positions. Many Zamindars, Mirasdars, Polygars, Pattakarars, Palayakkars were from this caste.
What is the caste of Kongu Vellala Gounder caste in India?
Kongu Vellala Gounders were classified as a Forward Caste at the time of Indian independence but they successfully requested to be reclassified as a Backward Class in 1975. Kongu Vellala Gounder Caste belongs to OBC category in india. The link by Hindu Site states that Kongu were Forward Caste.
Who is a Gounder in Hinduism?
Gounder is a Caste title used by many castes, the most well known among them are the Kongu Vellala Gounders. Kongu Vellalar are one of the ‘Vellalar’ castes who are basically land owning farmers.
Is the Marathi caste a high caste in Tamil Nadu?
Yes…High and Dominant in Western part of Tamil Nadu…They are economically Developed caste.. They were landlords with farming as their primary business…Known for Generosity and bravery.