Tanti

The Tanti, is basically belongs to Pan caste. Clarification in the form of notification has been issued by Government of Bihar notification SN:9532 DTD : 01.07.2015 from General Administration Department

Origin

The word tanti is derived from the Hindi word tant, which means a loom. They were traditionally weavers, and are one of the many communities found in South Asia, traditionally associated with this craft. According to their traditions, they were created by the Hindu god Shiva from his tears. The community is found in south Bihar, and Ranchi district in Jharkhand.[1]

The Tanti are endogamous and consist of a number of totemistic clans, the main ones being the Nag, Sal and Kachchap. They are further divided into uncha and the nicha ir surnames. The Tanti speak Panchpargania dialect of Hindi. Their traditions are similar to other Hindu weaving castes, such as the Koshta and Tattama.[1]

Present circumstances

The Tanti were victims of mechanisation, as their traditional occupation is no longer viable. They have now joined other mainstream occupations like but not limited to business,agriculture and other major industries. The community is Hindu, but incorporate many folk education.[1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 People of India Bihar Volume XVI, Part Two, edited by S Gopal & Hetukar Jha, pp. 914-916, Seagull Books
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