Neb is an Indian surname native to Punjab region. It is another name of Ahluwalia caste.[1][2]
Origin[edit | edit source]
The Karals or Ahluwalias who were natives of Patiala and Nabha states in the Sikh Empire, now part of both India and Pakistan were called Nebs. It was often used to describe them as a title. Historically, Neb were involved in trading, art of traditional pottery and in the Dal Khalsa (Sikh army). During British rule, they also started working in the civil or administrative jobs. They were known to be of great characteristics within the community. In modern times, they are working in diverse fields.[3][4][5][6][7]
Religion[edit | edit source]
Majority of them follow either Hinduism or Sikhism. A small minority of them profess Islam and are known as Kakazai.[2][4]
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- Vinod Neb, Indian retired officer and former pilot
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ www.DiscoverSikhism.com. Sikhs.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Kumar, Raj (2008). Encyclopaedia of Untouchables Ancient, Medieval and Modern. Gyan Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-7835-664-8.
- ↑ Punjab (India) (2002). Punjab District Gazetteer: Reprint of Ludhiana District and Malerkotla State Gazetteer, 1904. Revenue and Rehabilitation Department, Punjab.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 www.DiscoverSikhism.com. Encyclopaedia of Sikh Religion and Culture.
- ↑ Fuchs, Stephen (1981). At the Bottom of Indian Society: The Harijan and Other Low Castes. Munshiram Manoharlal. ISBN 978-81-215-0205-4.
- ↑ Encyclopedia Britannica Vol-xx (1947). Encyclopedia Britannica Inc. London. 1947.
- ↑ Kotewal Jehangir F. (1952). Whither Bharat Or The Mission From Moonland (1952). New Book Co. Ltd.
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