Draft:Malati (Cast)
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मालती | |
|---|---|
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Terai region (Nepal), Madhesh region (India) | |
| Languages | |
| Nepali, Maithili, Bhojpuri | |
| Religion | |
| Hinduism | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Madhesi communities |
The Malati are a caste group primarily found in the Terai region of Nepal and in the Madhesh region of India. They are part of the larger Madhesi community, which consists of various ethnic and caste groups living in the southern plains of Nepal and adjacent areas of India.
Distribution and Population
[edit]The Malati community is mainly concentrated in Nepal’s Terai plains, especially in districts like Sarlahi, and extends into the adjoining Madhesh region of India. There is no official, separate census data available specifically for the Malati caste, and their population numbers are not officially recorded
Language
[edit]Members of the Malati caste commonly speak languages prevalent in the Terai and Madhesh regions, including Nepali, Maithili, and Bhojpuri. These languages reflect the diverse linguistic landscape of the Madhesi population.
Religion
[edit]The Malati community predominantly follows Hinduism, which plays a central role in their cultural and social life. They observe many Hindu festivals and rituals such as Dashain, Tihar, and Chhath. Hindu religious beliefs influence their daily practices, ceremonies, and community events[1] </references>
Social and Cultural Aspects
[edit]The Malati share many cultural practices and social customs with other Madhesi groups. Traditionally, they have been involved in agriculture and local trades. Like many Madhesi communities, the Malati have a social structure influenced by caste norms and regional customs.[2]
Political and Social Context
[edit]As part of the Madhesi population, the Malati have experienced various social and political challenges, particularly concerning recognition, rights, and representation within Nepal. Movements advocating for Madhesi rights have indirectly included the Malati community as part of their broader demographic base [3][4]
References
[edit]- ^ "Sarlahi District Development Profile". District Development Committee, Sarlahi. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ Gellner, David N. (2007). Ethnicity and Nationalism in the Politics of Nepal. Studies in Nepali History and Society. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ "National Population and Housing Census 2021". Central Bureau of Statistics, Nepal. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ "Languages of Nepal". SIL International. Retrieved 2025-06-02.