Mahout in english i guess..Yaanai pagan in tamil
A mahout is a person who drives an elephant. The word mahout comes from the Hindi words mahaut and mahavat, derivatives of the Sanskrit word mahamatra, meaning "[one] having great measure."
check it out, but I think it is a mahout. I know mahout's take care of elephants in India and other places in Asia, but I think the term extends to an elephant jockey.
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Sinbad Jr- - 1965 Way Out Mahout was released on: USA: 1965
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Mahouts work with elephants.
Way of Life - 2010 Mahout 1-3 was released on: USA: 1 October 2010
In "Running Wild," Will talks to the mahout to gain insight into the elephants' behavior and their bond with humans. The mahout's expertise helps Will understand the significance of the elephants in their culture and the importance of compassion in their treatment. This conversation ultimately deepens Will's appreciation for the elephants and informs his perspective on wildlife conservation.