Английская Википедия:Dhadhor
Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Use dmy dates Шаблон:Use Indian English Шаблон:About Dhadhor, also known as Dharhor, is a prominent subcaste within the Ahir community, a part of the Hindu caste system, predominantly found in the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. This subcaste has played a significant role in the socio-political landscape of Eastern Uttar Pradesh,Шаблон:Citation needed marked by their extensive land holdings as Zamindars and the establishment of the Bhiti Rawat Jagir in Gorakhpur. Шаблон:Citation needed
Historically, Ahir/Yadav Sub-groups have occupied an ambiguous ritual status within the complex caste stratification of India.Шаблон:Citation needed However, members of the Dhadhor subcaste have distinguished themselves by holding prominent positions as kings and rulers in the Dhoondhar Region of Rajasthan.Шаблон:Citation needed This historical trajectory has placed them firmly within the Kshatriya sect of the Varna System, highlighting their influence and prestige.Шаблон:Citation needed They are also known as Rawat sahabs in Eastern Uttar Pradesh specifically in Gorakhpur and Jaunpur.Шаблон:Citation needed
History
According to Tashrih-ul-Aqwam, Dhadhor is a clan of the Ahir community, found in Eastern Uttar Pradesh. They are recognized as part of the Doab Ahirs.[1]
Culture
Lorikayan is sung by Dhadhor Ahirs in Bhojpuri and Awadhi dialect, it is a folk song of veer rasa where events from the life of Lorik are described.[2][3]
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