Kurup

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Azhakath Padmanabha Kurup, a 19th century Poet and Writer (The Azhakath Kurup, also known as Sri Karanayattu Kurup, was a member of the Ettara Yogam)

Kurup is an occupational title among the Nairs of Kerala. Traditionally they were keepers of Kalaris or martial art schools in Kerala and served as warriors and generals to their King. A corresponding title is Panicker. The title of Kurup was also used by a class of Nairs who were employed as supervisors in temple and pagodas. Besides, both Panicker and Kurup are used as surnames of the Maarans of Central and South Travancore.

[edit] See also

• Nair
• Kalarippayattu
• Panicker

[edit] References

• Travancore State Manual by V.Nagam Aiya
• Castes and Tribes of Southern India, by Edgar Thurston

Categories: Social groups of India | Indian castes | Kerala society

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