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What are Andhra Brahmins called?
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. Vaidiki Brahmins are Smarthas, while Niyogi Brahmins have Smarthas and Sri Vaishnavas among them.
Who are 6000 niyogi Brahmins?
Another theory asserts that 6000 Brahmins left drought- and famine-stricken regions of present-day Maharashtra and travelled to coastal and riverine regions of Andhra. These Brahmin settlers and their descendants, who adopted secular vocations, were termed the 6000 (or Aaruvela) Niyogi.
Who are Velanadu Brahmin?
Vaidiki Velanadu is a sub-caste of Telugu speaking Smarta Brahmins whose ancestral roots lie in velanadu region, the ancient name for the coastal region on the banks of River Krishna in the Guntur district and Prakasam district. Some may have roots in Northern Andhra Pradesh near Vishakapatnam or Srikakulam.
Is Dravid Brahmin?
Dravida Brahmins (or simply Dravidulu) is a sub-caste of the Telugu Brahmins of Andhra Pradesh in South India, who migrated from Tamil Nadu in history.
Are niyogi Brahmins?
Niyogi Brahmin is a Telugu Brahmin subcaste native to the Indian States of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, but are spread throughout South India and Maharashtra.
Who are Dravida Brahmins?
Who are Velanadu Vaidiki Brahmins?
Velanadu vaidiki brahmins ,may be are the first brahmin community settled in Andhra region (Guntur region). May be they are the Andhras referred in Rigveda . They are the sons & students of Sage Viswamithra who were banished to the south.
Are there any Brahmins in Telugu?
Several Brahmins are profound musicians with national and international recognition. Classical music was more prevalent among Brahmins. According to 1921 Census of India, In Telugu states (combined both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) Brahmins constitute three percent of total population.
Who are the Brahmins of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana?
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. Vaidiki Brahmins are Smarthas, while Niyogi Brahmins have Smarthas and Sri Vaishnavas among them.
Is there any marriage alliance between Deshastha Brahmins and Telugu brahins?
Marriage alliance between Deshastha Brahmins, Telugu Brahmins and Karnataka Brahmins takes place quite frequently.