The Dhor, also known as Kankkaya refers to a specific subgroup within the broader Chamar (leatherworker) caste, primarily located in Maharashtra, Karnataka and parts of Gujarat. They have been referred as separate community and recognized as Scheduled Castes under Indian government policy of affirmative action.
The Dhor, also known as Kankkaya refers to a specific subgroup within the broader Chamar (leatherworker) caste, primarily located in Maharashtra, Karnataka and parts of Gujarat. They have been referred as separate community and recognized as Scheduled Castes under Indian government policy of affirmative action.
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