Hindu Tribes And Castes: As Represented In Benares (1872)

Hindu Tribes and Castes: As Represented in Benares is a book written by Matthew Atmore Sherring in 1872. The book provides a comprehensive study of the Hindu caste system as it existed in the city of Benares (now Varanasi) in India during the 19th century. The author, who was a Christian missionary and a former British civil servant, spent several years in Benares studying the various castes and tribes that lived there. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the caste system in India, its origins, and its evolution over time. The author also discusses the social and cultural practices of the various castes and tribes, including their customs, beliefs, and religious practices. He also provides a detailed account of the Brahmin caste, which was considered the highest in the caste hierarchy.The second part of the book is devoted to a detailed description of the various castes and tribes that lived in Benares. The author provides a comprehensive account of each caste, including their history, social status, occupation, and religious practices. He also discusses the relationships between the various castes and the role of caste in the social and political life of Benares.Overall, Hindu Tribes and Castes: As Represented in Benares is an important historical document that provides a detailed account of the caste system in India during the 19th century. The book is still widely read and studied today by scholars of Indian history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.