Neb (surname)

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Neb is an Indian surname native to Punjab region. It is another name of Ahluwalia caste. [1] [2]

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Neb
Language(s) Panjabi
Origin
Word/name Punjab
Region of origin South Asia
Other names
Alternative spellingNab/Nebh/Nabh
See also Ahluwalia (caste) Ahluwalia (misl)

Origin

The Karals, or Ahluwalias were also known as Nebs. They were originally known to be natives of Patiala and Nabha states in the Sikh Empire, now part of both India and Pakistan. Historically, they were involved in trading, art of traditional pottery and in the Dal Khalsa (Sikh army). During British rule, they started working in the civil jobs. They were known to be of great characteristics within the community. Presently, they are working in various other fields. [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

Religion

Majority of them follow either Hinduism or Sikhism. A small minority of them profess Islam and are known as Kakazai. [2] [4]

Notable people

See also

References

  1. ↑ www.DiscoverSikhism.com. Sikhs.
  2. 1 2 Kumar, Raj (2008). Encyclopaedia of Untouchables Ancient, Medieval and Modern. Gyan Publishing House. ISBN   978-81-7835-664-8.
  3. ↑ Punjab (India) (2002). Punjab District Gazetteer: Reprint of Ludhiana District and Malerkotla State Gazetteer, 1904. Revenue and Rehabilitation Department, Punjab.
  4. 1 2 www.DiscoverSikhism.com. Encyclopaedia of Sikh Religion and Culture.
  5. ↑ Fuchs, Stephen (1981). At the Bottom of Indian Society: The Harijan and Other Low Castes. Munshiram Manoharlal. ISBN   978-81-215-0205-4.
  6. ↑ Encyclopedia Britannica Vol-xx (1947). Encyclopedia Britannica Inc. London. 1947.
  7. ↑ Kotewal Jehangir F. (1952). Whither Bharat Or The Mission From Moonland (1952). New Book Co. Ltd.
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