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The '''Darzi''' caste, sometimes pronounced '''Darji''', are [[Hindus]] and [[Muslim]] community both, found in [[India]] and [[Pakistan]]. A small number are also found in the [[Terai]] region of [[Nepal]]. ''Darzi'' means ''[[tailor]]''. They are also known as [[Kshatriya]] Darji in Hindus <ref>{{Cite book|last=Digital Library Of India|url=http://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.271875|title=Kshatriya Vansh Pradeep|date=1928}}</ref> and Idrisi<ref>''People of India: Uttar Pradesh'' Volume XLII Part One, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, {{ISBN|9788173041143}}, pages 412–415</ref> in Muslim Community. The Darzi or Darji are a community of tailors, numbering around more than 3,240,00 people in India. Darzi are largely a landless or less land community whose main occupation is tailoring. The profession of tailoring is being done by Both Hindu and Muslim Community. In Hindu Community, Darzi are known as Hindu Darzi who have mainly Gotras of kshatriya Varna. In muslim community, Darzi caste is known as Idrisi (Hazrat Idris). The idrisi community of Uttar Pradesh are those Turkic Muslim tribes of the 13th century who were settled in Delhi and different states of India. These both castes are enlisted in central and state caste lists for [[Other Backward Class (OBC)|Other Backward Class(OBC)]] in [[India]]. | |||
Tailoring is a profession which is done by the people of different religions and communities of India for their livelihood. Talking about the old times, the tailoring business can be seen among the elite class people because in Indian elite society only There was a custom of stitched clothes, on the contrary, in the middle class Indian tradition, it was customary to wrap it over the body rather than wearing. Taylor's work is done by people of different ethnic community in different regions of India. The most adopted work among different castes is that of tailor. Various castes have adopted it as a profession, most of them are from Hindu castes and some Muslim castes have also adopted it as a better alternative profession. | |||
==History and origin== | ==History and origin== | ||
The Darzi claim descent from Idris ([[Enoch (ancestor of Noah)|Enoch]]), one of the biblical and Islamic prophets. According to their traditions, Idris was the first person to learn the art of sewing. The word ''Darzi'' literally means ''business of tailor'' in Hindustani. It is said to be derived from the [[Persian language|Persian]] word {{transl|fa|darzan}}, which means ''to sew''. This is also the commonly accepted derivation of the name of the non-related religion Druze. The Darzi are said to have settled in [[South Asia]] during the early period of the [[Sultanate of Delhi]]. They are also divided on a linguistic basis, with those of [[North India]] speaking various dialects of Urdu,<ref>''People of India: Uttar Pradesh'' Volume XLII Part Two, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, {{ISBN|9788173041143}}, page 413</ref> while those of [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]] speaking [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]]. The Punjabi Darzi are said to be converts from the [[Hindu]] [[Chhimba]] caste, and have several territorial divisions. These include the Sirhindi, Deswal and Multani. The Punjabi Darzi ([[Chhimba Darzi]]) are almost entirely [[Sunni]].<ref>H.A. Rose, ''A Glossary of the Tribes & Castes of Punjab'', Low Price Publications, page 228</ref> | The Darzi claim descent from Idris ([[Enoch (ancestor of Noah)|Enoch]]), one of the biblical and Islamic prophets. According to their traditions, Idris was the first person to learn the art of sewing. The word ''Darzi'' literally means ''business of tailor'' in Hindustani. It is said to be derived from the [[Persian language|Persian]] word {{transl|fa|darzan}}, which means ''to sew''. This is also the commonly accepted derivation of the name of the non-related religion Druze. The Darzi are said to have settled in [[South Asia]] during the early period of the [[Sultanate of Delhi]]. They are also divided on a linguistic basis, with those of [[North India]] speaking various dialects of Urdu,<ref>''People of India: Uttar Pradesh'' Volume XLII Part Two, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, {{ISBN|9788173041143}}, page 413</ref> while those of [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]] speaking [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]]. The Punjabi Darzi are said to be converts from the [[Hindu]] [[Chhimba]] caste, and have several territorial divisions. These include the Sirhindi, Deswal and Multani. The Punjabi Darzi ([[Chhimba Darzi]]) are almost entirely [[Sunni]].<ref>H.A. Rose, ''A Glossary of the Tribes & Castes of Punjab'', Low Price Publications, page 228</ref> | ||
== In India == | == In India == | ||
=== Hindu Darzi === | === Hindu Darzi === | ||
Darzi have various synonyms as well as legends about their community origins, the legends vary according to the states in which they reside. | Darzi have various synonyms as well as legends about their community origins, the legends vary according to the states in which they reside. | ||
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'''[[Odisha]]:''' Maharana, Mahapatra and Darzi, the former two of which are also used as surnames | '''[[Odisha]]:''' Maharana, Mahapatra and Darzi, the former two of which are also used as surnames | ||
=== Muslim Darzi === | === Muslim Darzi === | ||
In [[Uttar Pradesh]] state of india, Muslim Darji are also called as Khayyat and have recently begun affixing the title Idrishi, thereby tracing their origin to Hazrat Idrish. They believed that he was the real teacher from whom their forefathers learned the art of tailoring. The Idrishi Darzi claim descent from Idris ([[Enoch (ancestor of Noah)|Enoch]]), one of the biblical and Islamic prophets. {{Citation needed|date=July 2021}} | In [[Uttar Pradesh]] state of india, Muslim Darji are also called as Khayyat and have recently begun affixing the title Idrishi, thereby tracing their origin to Hazrat Idrish. They believed that he was the real teacher from whom their forefathers learned the art of tailoring. The Idrishi Darzi claim descent from Idris ([[Enoch (ancestor of Noah)|Enoch]]), one of the biblical and Islamic prophets. {{Citation needed|date=July 2021}} | ||
According to their traditions, Idris had learned the art of sewing. The word ''Darzi'' literally means ''business of tailor'' in Hindustani. It is said to be derived from the [[Persian language|Persian]] word {{transl|fa|darzan}}, which means ''to sew''. This is also the commonly accepted derivation of the name of the non-related religion Druze.{{Citation needed|date=July 2021}} | According to their traditions, Idris had learned the art of sewing. The word ''Darzi'' literally means ''business of tailor'' in Hindustani. It is said to be derived from the [[Persian language|Persian]] word {{transl|fa|darzan}}, which means ''to sew''. This is also the commonly accepted derivation of the name of the non-related religion Druze.{{Citation needed|date=July 2021}} | ||
The Idrishi Darzi is said to have settled in [[South Asia]] during the early period of the [[Sultanate of Delhi]]. They are also divided on a linguistic basis, with those of [[North India]] speaking various dialects of Urdu,<ref>'' People of India: Uttar Pradesh'' Volume XLII Part Two, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, {{ISBN|9788173041143}}, page 413</ref> while those of [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]] speaking [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]].{{Citation needed|date=July 2021}} | The Idrishi Darzi is said to have settled in [[South Asia]] during the early period of the [[Sultanate of Delhi]]. They are also divided on a linguistic basis, with those of [[North India]] speaking various dialects of Urdu,<ref>'' People of India: Uttar Pradesh'' Volume XLII Part Two, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, {{ISBN|9788173041143}}, page 413</ref> while those of [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]] speaking [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]].{{Citation needed|date=July 2021}} | ||
The Punjabi Darzi is said to be converted from the [[Hindu]] [[Chhimba]] caste, and have several territorial divisions. These include the Sirhindi, Deswal and Multani. The Punjabi Darzi ([[Chhimba Darzi]]) are almost entirely [[Sunni]].<ref>H.A. Rose, ''A Glossary of the Tribes & Castes of Punjab'', Low Price Publications, page 228</ref> | The Punjabi Darzi is said to be converted from the [[Hindu]] [[Chhimba]] caste, and have several territorial divisions. These include the Sirhindi, Deswal and Multani. The Punjabi Darzi ([[Chhimba Darzi]]) are almost entirely [[Sunni]].<ref>H.A. Rose, ''A Glossary of the Tribes & Castes of Punjab'', Low Price Publications, page 228</ref> | ||
The Idrisi of [[Jharkhand]] have a common origin with those of [[Bihar]], and intermarry. The community speak the Angika dialect of [[Hindi]]. Most Idrisis are still engaged in tailoring, but many Idrisis, particularly in [[Jharkhand]] are now farmers. Their customs are similar to other [[Bihari Muslim]]s.<ref>''People of India: Bihar'' Volume XVI Part One, edited by S. Gopal & Hetukar Jha, Seagull Books, pages 392–394</ref> | The Idrisi of [[Jharkhand]] have a common origin with those of [[Bihar]], and intermarry. The community speak the Angika dialect of [[Hindi]]. Most Idrisis are still engaged in tailoring, but many Idrisis, particularly in [[Jharkhand]] are now farmers. Their customs are similar to other [[Bihari Muslim]]s.<ref>''People of India: Bihar'' Volume XVI Part One, edited by S. Gopal & Hetukar Jha, Seagull Books, pages 392–394</ref> | ||
==In Pakistan== | ==In Pakistan== | ||
In [[Pakistan]], the Darzi are two distinct communities, the Delhiwal Idrissis, who are found among the [[Muhajir (Pakistan)|Muhajir]] ethnic group, and the Chhimba Darzi, who are ethnically [[Punjabi people|Punjabi]]. The former are immigrants from [[Delhi]] and Uttar Pradesh in India. They are concentrated in the port city of [[Karachi]]. Like their North Indian kinsmen, many have now opened small shops and businesses, although many other members of the community work for other Idrissis. They remain divided by sectarian divisions, the Sunni Idrisi not marrying into [[Shia]] Idrisi families. The community claims itself to be of [[Shaikhs in South Asia|Shaikh]] status.{{citation needed|date=August 2017}} | In [[Pakistan]], the Darzi are two distinct communities, the Delhiwal Idrissis, who are found among the [[Muhajir (Pakistan)|Muhajir]] ethnic group, and the Chhimba Darzi, who are ethnically [[Punjabi people|Punjabi]]. The former are immigrants from [[Delhi]] and Uttar Pradesh in India. They are concentrated in the port city of [[Karachi]]. Like their North Indian kinsmen, many have now opened small shops and businesses, although many other members of the community work for other Idrissis. They remain divided by sectarian divisions, the Sunni Idrisi not marrying into [[Shia]] Idrisi families. The community claims itself to be of [[Shaikhs in South Asia|Shaikh]] status.{{citation needed|date=August 2017}} | ||
In [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]], the Chhimba Darzi are immigrants from [[Punjab (India)|East Punjab]]. Many in rural areas of Punjab have taken to cultivation, while those in urban areas have opened up small businesses. The Chhimba Darzi claim to belong to the [[Muslim Rajput]] community. They are entirely [[Sunni]], and many belong to the orthodox [[Deobandi]] sect.<ref>[[Pnina Werbner]], ''The Migration Process: Capital, Gifts and Offerings among British Pakistanis'', Berg publications</ref> | In [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]], the Chhimba Darzi are immigrants from [[Punjab (India)|East Punjab]]. Many in rural areas of Punjab have taken to cultivation, while those in urban areas have opened up small businesses. The Chhimba Darzi claim to belong to the [[Muslim Rajput]] community. They are entirely [[Sunni]], and many belong to the orthodox [[Deobandi]] sect.<ref>[[Pnina Werbner]], ''The Migration Process: Capital, Gifts and Offerings among British Pakistanis'', Berg publications</ref> | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Druze]] [[heterodox]] [[Muslim]] community of [[Syria]], also derived their name from the word ''Darzi'' | * [[Druze]] [[heterodox]] [[Muslim]] community of [[Syria]], also derived their name from the word ''Darzi'' | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{reflist}} | {{reflist}} | ||
{{Indian Muslim}} | {{Indian Muslim}} | ||
{{Muhajir communities}} | {{Muhajir communities}} | ||
[[Category:Muslim communities of Bihar]] | [[Category:Muslim communities of Bihar]] | ||
[[Category:Muslim communities of India]] | [[Category:Muslim communities of India]] | ||
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The Darzi caste, sometimes pronounced Darji, are Hindus and Muslim community both, found in India and Pakistan. A small number are also found in the Terai region of Nepal. Darzi means tailor. They are also known as Kshatriya Darji in Hindus [1] and Idrisi[2] in Muslim Community. The Darzi or Darji are a community of tailors, numbering around more than 3,240,00 people in India. Darzi are largely a landless or less land community whose main occupation is tailoring. The profession of tailoring is being done by Both Hindu and Muslim Community. In Hindu Community, Darzi are known as Hindu Darzi who have mainly Gotras of kshatriya Varna. In muslim community, Darzi caste is known as Idrisi (Hazrat Idris). The idrisi community of Uttar Pradesh are those Turkic Muslim tribes of the 13th century who were settled in Delhi and different states of India. These both castes are enlisted in central and state caste lists for Other Backward Class(OBC) in India.
Tailoring is a profession which is done by the people of different religions and communities of India for their livelihood. Talking about the old times, the tailoring business can be seen among the elite class people because in Indian elite society only There was a custom of stitched clothes, on the contrary, in the middle class Indian tradition, it was customary to wrap it over the body rather than wearing. Taylor's work is done by people of different ethnic community in different regions of India. The most adopted work among different castes is that of tailor. Various castes have adopted it as a profession, most of them are from Hindu castes and some Muslim castes have also adopted it as a better alternative profession.
History and origin
The Darzi claim descent from Idris (Enoch), one of the biblical and Islamic prophets. According to their traditions, Idris was the first person to learn the art of sewing. The word Darzi literally means business of tailor in Hindustani. It is said to be derived from the Persian word darzan, which means to sew. This is also the commonly accepted derivation of the name of the non-related religion Druze. The Darzi are said to have settled in South Asia during the early period of the Sultanate of Delhi. They are also divided on a linguistic basis, with those of North India speaking various dialects of Urdu,[3] while those of Punjab speaking Punjabi. The Punjabi Darzi are said to be converts from the Hindu Chhimba caste, and have several territorial divisions. These include the Sirhindi, Deswal and Multani. The Punjabi Darzi (Chhimba Darzi) are almost entirely Sunni.[4]
In India
Hindu Darzi
Darzi have various synonyms as well as legends about their community origins, the legends vary according to the states in which they reside.
Rajasthan state: Peepa Kshatriya Darji: In the desert state of Rajasthan, the Darji claim their origin from the Rajput (Second Highest caste of warriors) tracing their descent from their legendary Hero Shri Peepa Ji Maharaj laterly become Saint during Bhakti Movement in India and also from Sant Namdev. Both Sant were the Great Spiritual Scholar of Swami Ramanada. Swami Ramananda was a 14th century Vaishnava devotional Poet saint who lived in the Gangetic basin of Northern India.
Gujarat: Damodar Vanshi, Tank, Rohilla
Punjab and Haryana: Bharatvanshi,
Delhi NCT: Darji Rajput, Bharatvanshi
Uttar Pradesh: Peepa Kshatriya Darji,[5] Darji Rajput, and Kakusth Darji.
Madhya Pradesh: Namdev Darji,[6] Chhipi, Chhipa[7]
Chhattisgarh: Mavi Namdev,
Maharashtra: Shimpi Darji.
Karnataka: In this state, Darji are also referred to as Bhavsar Kshatriya, Chhipi, Namdev Simpi and Shimpi, and their surnames are Pisse, Wade, Kakade, and Sanyasi.
Odisha: Maharana, Mahapatra and Darzi, the former two of which are also used as surnames
Muslim Darzi
In Uttar Pradesh state of india, Muslim Darji are also called as Khayyat and have recently begun affixing the title Idrishi, thereby tracing their origin to Hazrat Idrish. They believed that he was the real teacher from whom their forefathers learned the art of tailoring. The Idrishi Darzi claim descent from Idris (Enoch), one of the biblical and Islamic prophets. [citation needed]
According to their traditions, Idris had learned the art of sewing. The word Darzi literally means business of tailor in Hindustani. It is said to be derived from the Persian word darzan, which means to sew. This is also the commonly accepted derivation of the name of the non-related religion Druze.[citation needed]
The Idrishi Darzi is said to have settled in South Asia during the early period of the Sultanate of Delhi. They are also divided on a linguistic basis, with those of North India speaking various dialects of Urdu,[8] while those of Punjab speaking Punjabi.[citation needed]
The Punjabi Darzi is said to be converted from the Hindu Chhimba caste, and have several territorial divisions. These include the Sirhindi, Deswal and Multani. The Punjabi Darzi (Chhimba Darzi) are almost entirely Sunni.[9]
The Idrisi of Jharkhand have a common origin with those of Bihar, and intermarry. The community speak the Angika dialect of Hindi. Most Idrisis are still engaged in tailoring, but many Idrisis, particularly in Jharkhand are now farmers. Their customs are similar to other Bihari Muslims.[10]
In Pakistan
In Pakistan, the Darzi are two distinct communities, the Delhiwal Idrissis, who are found among the Muhajir ethnic group, and the Chhimba Darzi, who are ethnically Punjabi. The former are immigrants from Delhi and Uttar Pradesh in India. They are concentrated in the port city of Karachi. Like their North Indian kinsmen, many have now opened small shops and businesses, although many other members of the community work for other Idrissis. They remain divided by sectarian divisions, the Sunni Idrisi not marrying into Shia Idrisi families. The community claims itself to be of Shaikh status.[citation needed]
In Punjab, the Chhimba Darzi are immigrants from East Punjab. Many in rural areas of Punjab have taken to cultivation, while those in urban areas have opened up small businesses. The Chhimba Darzi claim to belong to the Muslim Rajput community. They are entirely Sunni, and many belong to the orthodox Deobandi sect.[11]
See also
References
- ↑ Digital Library Of India (1928). Kshatriya Vansh Pradeep.
- ↑ People of India: Uttar Pradesh Volume XLII Part One, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, ISBN 9788173041143, pages 412–415
- ↑ People of India: Uttar Pradesh Volume XLII Part Two, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, ISBN 9788173041143, page 413
- ↑ H.A. Rose, A Glossary of the Tribes & Castes of Punjab, Low Price Publications, page 228
- ↑ Digital Library Of India (1928). Kshatriya Vansh Pradeep.
- ↑ Digital Library Of India (1928). Kshatriya Vansh Pradeep.
- ↑ Digital Library Of India (1928). Kshatriya Vansh Pradeep.
- ↑ People of India: Uttar Pradesh Volume XLII Part Two, edited by Amir Hasan & J.C. Das, ISBN 9788173041143, page 413
- ↑ H.A. Rose, A Glossary of the Tribes & Castes of Punjab, Low Price Publications, page 228
- ↑ People of India: Bihar Volume XVI Part One, edited by S. Gopal & Hetukar Jha, Seagull Books, pages 392–394
- ↑ Pnina Werbner, The Migration Process: Capital, Gifts and Offerings among British Pakistanis, Berg publications