YES
yes,half of kerala christians that is syrian christian sect is forward caste
Yes, Syrian Christians of Kerala are forward caste.
In the Kerala caste system, Ezhavas are considered to be a forward caste group distinct from Nairs and Shudras. Ezhavas traditionally were engaged in various occupations such as agriculture, trade, and business. They have made significant contributions to the socio-economic and cultural fabric of Kerala.
No. It belongs to Other Backward Castes of Kerala.
Nair is one of the caste in Kerala. All human are same. In that sense, you can not say one caste is forward or other is backward. If you see the caste system, Nairs are considered as Shudras who comes at the bottom in Hindu varna(color) system. First is Brahmins and then Kshathriyas(Mainly Verma) and then Vaishyas(Who does trace) and then Shudras who work for all the other three groups.
In Kerala, the Viswakarma community is traditionally considered a "forward" or "upper" caste, associated with skilled craftsmanship, particularly in metalwork and woodwork. The Nair community, while also historically viewed as a forward caste, has a different social standing and historical background. The dynamics between these communities can vary based on specific regional and social contexts, but generally, both are regarded as relatively higher in the caste hierarchy compared to other communities in Kerala.
There is a caste called 'Samban' in Kerala which comes under Scheduled Caste in Kerala state.
it is a forward caste
Reddy caste
ezhava of kerala
forward caste with high status and respect
The Mudaliar caste in Tamil Nadu and the Nair caste in Kerala are distinct communities with different historical and cultural backgrounds. While both are considered influential in their respective regions and have similar status as forward castes, they belong to different ethnic and social frameworks. The Mudaliars are primarily associated with landownership and administration, whereas the Nairs have a different social structure, often linked to matrilineal traditions. Thus, while they may share some similarities, they are not equivalent.