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Are Vaidiki Brahmins?
Telugu Brahmins fall under the Pancha Dravida Brahmin classification of the Brahmin community in India. The Brahmins of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana mainly include Vaidikis, Niyogis, Deshasthas and Dravidulu. They are divided on the basis of Vedic traditions that they follow such as Smartha, Madhva, and Sri Vaishnava.
Who are Vaidiki Brahmins Quora?
They are officers, businesses mens and workers. They have a large number of indigenous Indian people in them (60\%) unlike the other brahmins who are mostly aryans. Hence they are also called ‘Aruvela Niyogis’ (6000 appointed).
Shaivites worship while focusing on the importance of Shiva and practise raja yoga . This kind of Hinduism is called Shaivism . Vaishnavas (sometimes know as Vaishnavites) are Hindus who follow Vishnu and want to show Vishnu that he is the most special deity . This kind of Hinduism is called Vaishnavism .
Who were the first Brahmins in India?
Apasthamba (~600 BC) was one of the earliest lawmakers of south India who lived on the banks of River Godavari. Boudhayana, Parasara, Yajnvalkya sutras and other laws were also important in the past, e.g., in the courts of Srikrishnadevaraya. Pradhamasakha Niyogi Brahmins (see below) follow Yajnavalkya sutras and Kanva sutras.
What is the difference between Arvela Niyogi and aruvela nioyogi Brahmins?
Some believe that Arvelanadu is an alternate name for Velandu and hence the Niyogi Brahmins of that region are Arvela Niyogis. Aruvela Nioyogi Brahmins are political, worldly-wise, and business minded.
Who are smaarta Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh?
The smaarta Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh can be grouped into two major divisions formed about a thousand to about 700 years ago (most probably during Kakatiya rule), Niyogi and Vaidiki. However, in addition to smaarta Brahmins, there are other Brahmin groups such as Sri Vaishnavas, Madhavas and Aradhyas.
What is the life of a Niyogi Brahmins?
Niyogi Brahmins depend and emphasize on modern education. They were ministers in the courts of kings and feudatories. Many of them were village accountants/clerks, karanams (Andhra) or patwaris (Telangana), until recently. The Niyogis are considered to be eligible for priestly service.