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The Cochin Tribes and Castes is a pioneering ethnographic work that offers an in-depth examination of the various tribal and caste communities inhabiting the Cochin region of Kerala. L. K. Anantha krishna Iyer meticulously documents the social hierarchies, occupational specializations, marriage customs, and religious practices of these diverse groups.
This scholarly work serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the complex social fabric of South India during its time of documentation. The author’s detailed observations provide anthropological and sociological perspectives on how different communities maintained their distinct identities while coexisting within the same geographical region. The book remains a significant reference for scholars, researchers, and students interested in Indian ethnography, caste studies, and Kerala’s social history.
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