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Jaisi Bahun
[edit]Jaisi Bahun (Nepali: जैसी बाहुन) is a subgroup within the broader Brahmin (Bahun) community in Nepal. The term "Jaisi" is used to denote individuals who, due to various reasons, are considered to have a lower status within the Brahmin hierarchy. This classification is primarily based on traditional customs and social norms rather than religious or spiritual standing.
Origin and Classification
[edit]The Jaisi Bahun subgroup is believed to have originated from the Upadhyaya Bahun lineage. According to traditional practices, individuals who became Jaisi Bahuns include:
- **Children of an Upadhyaya Bahun father and a widow woman**: Such unions were not recognized under traditional marriage customs, leading to the offspring being classified as Jaisi.
- **Children born from marriages not following proper rituals**: For instance, elopements or marriages without the formal Kanyadan ceremony were considered irregular, and their children were categorized as Jaisi.
- **Offspring of Jaisi Bahun parents**: Children born to Jaisi Bahun couples are also considered part of the Jaisi subgroup.
These practices reflect the rigid social norms prevalent in historical Nepalese society, where lineage and adherence to traditional customs played significant roles in determining one's caste status.
Cultural Practices
[edit]Despite the classification, Jaisi Bahuns share many cultural and religious practices with other Brahmin subgroups. They traditionally engage in:
- **Pujas and religious ceremonies**: Performing rituals and ceremonies as prescribed in Hindu traditions.
- **Astrology and Jyotish Shastra**: Many Jaisi Bahuns are involved in astrology, offering services related to horoscopes and other astrological consultations.
- **Reading and interpreting Puranas**: Engaging with ancient Hindu texts and scriptures.
However, due to their classification, Jaisi Bahuns were historically restricted from performing certain Vedic rituals and ceremonies, which were reserved for higher-status Brahmins.
Geographic Distribution
[edit]Jaisi Bahuns are predominantly found in the eastern regions of Nepal, particularly in districts such as:
- **Ilam**
- **Jhapa**
- **Morang**
- **Sunsari**
These areas have a significant population of Jaisi Bahuns, who have maintained their cultural and religious practices over generations.
Social Status and Modern Perspectives
[edit]In contemporary Nepal, the rigid caste distinctions have been challenged, and there is a growing movement towards social equality and the dismantling of traditional caste hierarchies. The Government of Nepal officially abolished the caste system and criminalized caste-based discrimination in 1963. Despite legal reforms, social perceptions and traditional classifications persist in some communities.
Many Jaisi Bahuns now actively participate in various aspects of Nepali society, including education, politics, and business, contributing to the nation's development and progress.