Poundra-kshatriyas
A Comparative Study on Marriage Customs of Two Hindu Bengali Communities in Kolkata Metropolis of India
By: ARUN MAKAL – This article explores the distinct marriage customs of two Hindu Bengali communities in West Bengal: the Brahmins and the Poundra-Kshatriyas. It delves into the rituals, actions, and symbols integral to the marriage processes of these groups in Kolkata. The Brahmins, at the top of the caste hierarchy, have specific marriage rituals…