The Cochin Tribes and Castes 2nd

Description

The Cochin Tribes and Castes, Second Edition, is a seminal ethnographic work by L. K. Anantha krishna Iyer that offers an exhaustive examination of the tribal and caste systems prevalent in the Cochin region of India. This scholarly compilation documents the intricate social hierarchies, occupational divisions, and cultural traditions of numerous communities.

The work serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the anthropological and sociological landscape of Kerala’s historical Cochin kingdom. Iyer meticulously categorizes and describes various tribal groups and castes, their origins, social customs, religious practices, and economic activities. The text includes detailed ethnographic observations that illuminate the complex interplay between different social groups.

Originally published as a foundational text in Indian anthropology, this second edition remains essential for scholars, historians, and researchers studying South Indian social structures, tribal communities, and the historical composition of Kerala’s population. It provides critical insights into pre-modern Indian society and caste dynamics.