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	The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to pa (grip) and asi (sword), translating to "one who holds a sword" or a warrior. , a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia~~, Bhar~~ and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>		The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to pa (grip) and asi (sword), translating to "one who holds a sword" or a warrior. , a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by certain historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>

	The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.		The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.
	~~They are considered as Bharshiv Nagavanshi Kshatriya.~~
	Their clans are divided by the weapons used by them like Trishuliya Pasi - trident holder or trishul dhari, Rajpasi - sword holder or talwar dhari, Gujar Pasi - mace holder or gada dhari, Parshurami Pasi - Battle axe or farsa dhari.

	== List of Pasi and Bhar Rulers and Martyrs in Awadh History ==		== List of Pasi and Bhar Rulers and Martyrs in Awadh History ==

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	The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to pa (grip) and asi (sword), translating to "one who holds a sword" or a warrior. , a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by ~~certain~~ historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>		The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to pa (grip) and asi (sword), translating to "one who holds a sword" or a warrior. , a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia, Bhar and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>

	The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.		The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.
			They are considered as Bharshiv Nagavanshi Kshatriya.
			Their clans are divided by the weapons used by them like Trishuliya Pasi - trident holder or trishul dhari, Rajpasi - sword holder or talwar dhari, Gujar Pasi - mace holder or gada dhari, Parshurami Pasi - Battle axe or farsa dhari.

	== List of Pasi and Bhar Rulers and Martyrs in Awadh History ==		== List of Pasi and Bhar Rulers and Martyrs in Awadh History ==

Lakshya: Pasi does not mean tapping toddy it means the one who behold sword.

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Pasi does not mean tapping toddy it means the one who behold sword.

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	The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to ~~tapping [[Palm toddy\|toddy]]~~, a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by certain historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>		The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to pa (grip) and asi (sword), translating to "one who holds a sword" or a warrior. , a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by certain historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>

	The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.		The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.

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	The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to tapping [[Palm toddy\|toddy]], a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]].~~The Pasi are also~~ known as Bhar or ~~Bharshiv nagavanshi~~.		The '''Pasi''' (also spelled Passi) is a Bharshiv Nagavanshi community of India.<ref>{{cite book \|chapter=Peasant Revolt and Indian Nationalism: The Peasant Movement in Awadh, 1919-1922 \|first=Gyan \|last=Pandey \|title=Selected Subaltern Studies \|editor1-first=Ranajit \|editor1-last=Guha \|editor2-first=Gayatri Chakravorty \|editor2-last=Spivak \|year=1988 \|isbn=978-0-19505-289-3 \|chapter-url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JEjsQbxIOC0C&pg=PA274 \|publisher=Oxford University Press \|page=274}}</ref><ref name=Rawat>{{cite book \|title=Reconsidering Untouchability: Chamars and Dalit History in North India \|first=Ramnarayan S. \|last=Rawat \|author-link=Ram Narayan Rawat \|year=2011 \|isbn=978-0-25322-262-6 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=bz5dKC81O3IC&pg=PA12 \|publisher=Indiana University Press \|pages=12–15}}</ref> Pasi refers to tapping [[Palm toddy\|toddy]], a traditional occupation of the Pasi community.<ref name="Badri Narayan ">{{cite book\|author=Badri Narayan\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iAQrpDW4-_YC&pg=PA136\|title=Women Heroes and Dalit Assertion in North India: Culture, Identity and Politics\|publisher=SAGE\|year= 2012\|isbn=9780761935377\|page=136}}</ref> The Pasi are divided into Gujjar, Kaithwas, Trisulia and [[Boria (caste)\|Boria]].<ref>{{Cite book\|last=Singh\|first=Kumar Suresh\|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=jHQMAQAAMAAJ&q=rajpasi+borasi\|title=India's Communities: H - M\|date=1998\|publisher=Oxford University Press\|isbn=978-0-19-563354-2\|pages=2796\|language=en}}</ref> They are classified as an [[Other Backward Class]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Telangana]].<ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvYBtdZSrP4uO+ploAhiJHMALWmHIwbzS8Il37YLL3Fb0FHfWDHzP7c\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=National Commission for Backward Classes\|url=http://www.ncbc.nic.in/User_Panel/GazetteResolution.aspx?Value=mPICjsL1aLvZW9/wXcIbxcNal/TghxZUuV7adcx5Bs1cEGdzKqq0GufcXEZAUTq0\|access-date=2020-09-07\|website=www.ncbc.nic.in}}</ref> They live in the northern Indian states of [[Bihar]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. According to some historical accounts, there existed an ancient community known as the Rajpasis, who are believed to be the modern-day Pasis and are considered by certain historians to be descendants of the Bhar dynasty. A reference in the Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh mentions a traditional account in which Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv sought to establish a new clan identity for the Bhar lineage. It is said that he adopted the name “Rajpasia” for the dynasty—a name associated with victory or rulership, often interpreted as “conquering Pasis.” According to this narrative, he continued the lineage under this newly established clan name.<ref>[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 Records by Britishers, that specifies the story of the origination of the word "Rajpasi"]</ref>

	The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.		The Pasi community of Awadh (Oudh) has a long and significant historical presence, with many traditions, local histories, and colonial records suggesting that Pasi chiefs once controlled important parts of the region, especially in areas around present-day Lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Raebareli. Raja Bijli Pasi is one of the most prominent figures in this legacy, remembered as a powerful ruler associated with ancient Lucknow and several forts. Many Pasis, particularly Rajpasi traditions, identify themselves as descendants of the Bharshiv Nagvanshi lineage, connecting their ancestry to ancient Naga warrior dynasties, though these claims are rooted more in community history and identity than universally confirmed academic consensus. Historically, Pasis were known for their martial strength, landholding power, and resistance movements, making them one of the major indigenous communities of Awadh. Their influence was substantial, especially before later political powers became dominant, and their contributions to regional history remain deeply important. While describing them as the single most powerful caste of all Awadh. They were undeniably a major warrior and ruling force in parts of the region with a proud historical legacy.

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	==Population==		==Population==
	The Pasi live mainly in the northern Indian states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, were their traditional occupation was that of today trapping .<ref>{{cite book \|title=Hindi Dalit Literature and the Politics of Representation \|first=Sarah Beth \|last=Hunt \|pages=8, 23 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=HHc9BAAAQBAJ&pg=PA23 \|publisher=Routledge \|year=2014 \|isbn=978-1-31755-952-8}}</ref> The Pasis of Up,~~biha~~,~~haryana~~,~~punjab~~,Mp of the ~~north~~ India have been classified as [[Scheduled Caste]]s and in ~~Andra pradesh~~ and Telegana classified as [[Other backward classes]] by the Government of India.<ref name="Badri Narayan "/>		The Pasi live mainly in the northern Indian states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, were their traditional occupation was that of today trapping .<ref>{{cite book \|title=Hindi Dalit Literature and the Politics of Representation \|first=Sarah Beth \|last=Hunt \|pages=8, 23 \|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=HHc9BAAAQBAJ&pg=PA23 \|publisher=Routledge \|year=2014 \|isbn=978-1-31755-952-8}}</ref> The Pasis of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh and of the whole North India have been classified as [[Scheduled Caste]]s and in Andhra Pradesh and Telegana classified as [[Other backward classes\|Other Backward Classes]] by the Government of India.<ref name="Badri Narayan "/>
	In the 2001 Indian census, the Pasi were recorded as being second-largest 'SC' group in Uttar Pradesh. At the time, they constituted 16 per cent of the SC population of the state and mostly inhabited the Awadh region.<ref>{{cite journal \|last=Vij \|first=Shivam \|date=8 May 2010 \|title=Can the Congress Win Over UP's Dalits? \|journal=Economic and Political Weekly}}</ref> The [[2011 Census of India]] for the state recorded their population as 6,522,166. This figure includes the Tarmali, Rajpasi and ~~Bhar~~<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/PCA/SC_ST/PCA-A10/SC-0900-PCA-A-10-ddw.xlsx \|title= A-10 Individual Scheduled Caste Primary Census Abstract Data and its Appendix - Uttar Pradesh \|publisher=Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India \|access-date=2017-02-04}}</ref>		In the 2001 Indian census, the Pasi were recorded as being second-largest 'SC' group in Uttar Pradesh. At the time, they constituted 16 per cent of the SC population of the state and mostly inhabited the Awadh region.<ref>{{cite journal \|last=Vij \|first=Shivam \|date=8 May 2010 \|title=Can the Congress Win Over UP's Dalits? \|journal=Economic and Political Weekly}}</ref> The [[2011 Census of India]] for the state recorded their population as 6,522,166. This figure includes the Tarmali, Rajpasi, Bhar, Tirsulia, Kaithwas, Ghudchadha, Kamani, Bhargav, Bharshiv, Saroj, Chaudhary, Nagvanshi, Borasi, Bahelia, Khatik, Gual, Raut, Rawat, Arakh, Prahari and Pasiwan.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/PCA/SC_ST/PCA-A10/SC-0900-PCA-A-10-ddw.xlsx \|title= A-10 Individual Scheduled Caste Primary Census Abstract Data and its Appendix - Uttar Pradesh \|publisher=Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India \|access-date=2017-02-04}}</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==

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	*[[Saroj (surname)]]		*[[Saroj (surname)]]

	==References==		==[https://archive.org/details/dli.ministry.08179 References]==
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	==See also==		==See also==
	*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Bhar~~ Bhar]		*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhar]
	*[[Saroj (surname)]]		*[[Saroj (surname)]]

	==References==		==References==
	{{reflist}}		{{reflist}}

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List of Pasi and Bhar Rulers and Martyrs in Awadh History

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	The history of the '''Pasi''' and '''Bhar''' communities in [[Awadh]] is defined by a period of powerful localized chieftainships between the 10th and 14th centuries. According to regional records and the ''Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh'', this era was significantly influenced by the rise of a unified identity under the term '''Rajpasi'''.		The history of the '''Pasi''' and '''Bhar''' communities in [[Awadh]] is defined by a period of powerful localized chieftainships between the 10th and 14th centuries. According to regional records and the ''Gazetteer of the Province of Oudh'', this era was significantly influenced by the rise of a unified identity under the term '''Rajpasi'''.
	=== The Foundation of the Rajpasi Dynasty ===		=== The Foundation of the Rajpasi Dynasty ===
			'''Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv Rajpasi (c. 911–918 CE)''': A legendary sovereign and warrior regarded as the foundational patriarch of the Rajpasi lineage.
	* '''Maharaja Trilokchand Bharshiv Rajpasi (c. 911–918 CE)''': A legendary sovereign and warrior regarded as the foundational patriarch of the Rajpasi lineage.
	** '''Reign and Territory''': He established a vast kingdom centered in [[Bahraich]] that eventually expanded to include [[Delhi]], [[Allahabad]] (Prayagraj), and parts of [[Bundelkhand]].		** '''Reign and Territory''': He established a vast kingdom centered in [[Bahraich]] that eventually expanded to include [[Delhi]], [[Allahabad]] (Prayagraj), and parts of [[Bundelkhand]].
	** '''Military Conquests''': In 918 CE, he reportedly led a powerful combined army of '''Arkh''' and '''Bhar''' warriors to attack Delhi, where he defeated and dispossessed Raja Bikrampal.		** '''Military Conquests''': In 918 CE, he reportedly led a powerful combined army of '''Arkh''' and '''Bhar''' warriors to attack Delhi, where he defeated and dispossessed Raja Bikrampal.
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	** '''Cultural and Religious Legacy''': A staunch devotee of the Sun (Surya), he is believed to have constructed the historic Sun Temple at Balark, near Bahraich.		** '''Cultural and Religious Legacy''': A staunch devotee of the Sun (Surya), he is believed to have constructed the historic Sun Temple at Balark, near Bahraich.
	** '''Succession''': Local traditions and oral histories state that his descendants continued to rule the region for nine generations following his death.		** '''Succession''': Local traditions and oral histories state that his descendants continued to rule the region for nine generations following his death.
			=== Notes on Community Identity and Claims ===
			Despite the clear historical linkage of Bhar rulers to the Pasi community, some Rajbhar (Rajbiar) groups continue to make desperate and unsubstantiated claims of descent from these ancient Bhar kings. Even more laughably, sections of Rajbhars propagate the theory that their real origin lies with the Marathas, and that they only became "Rajbhar" due to Muslim rulers — a convenient story with little to no historical backing.
			Even their own prominent historian M.B. Rajbhar has explicitly described the Bhar as a subcaste of Pasi and referred to multiple Bhar kings as Pasi, not as Rajbhars. This directly undermines the attempts by some Rajbhars to hijack or distance themselves from Pasi history for upward mobility.
			Furthermore, The Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland (New Series) and related ethnological records firmly distinguish Rajbhar and Bhar as completely different groups. The Bhar kings traditionally kept and consumed pigs (a practice aligned with certain Pasi customs), while Rajbhars do not. The same sources note that Thakurs or Rajputs historically purchased female children from Rajbhars and married them to their sons to sustain their own lineages and kingdoms — highlighting the subordinate social position of Rajbhars in the regional hierarchy.
			These fabricated claims and identity shifts appear to be modern attempts at history theft rather than genuine lineage.

	=== Principal Sovereign, Regional Rulers, Commanders, Martyrs ===		=== Principal Sovereign, Regional Rulers, Commanders, Martyrs ===

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	\| '''Maharaja Incha'''		\| '''Maharaja Incha Pasi or Bhar'''
	\| 11th Century		\| 11th Century
	\| Inchauli (Barabanki)		\| Inchauli (Barabanki)
	\| ~~Founder of~~ Inchauli.		\| A Pasi Cheif, known to establish the village called "Inchauli".
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	\| '''Maharaja Rampal Pasi'''		\| '''Maharaja Rampal Pasi'''
	\| ~~13th~~ Century		\| 12th Century
	\| ~~Sultanpur~~ Region		\| Unnao Region
	\| ~~Governed the central Sultanpur plains.~~		\| Pasi Raja of Rampur (Unnao or Oonao)
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