No, it is categorized under Special Backward caste based on financial status by the Govt. of India. In the Hindu varna system it might be placed under a higher caste. There are many tales regarding the origin of Koshti, some which believe it to be a Kshatriya community and some which believe it to be a Vysya. This community does not show any characteristic features of a tribe and hence cannot be categorized under schedules tribes, as per the research conducted by Pune University.
No. "Paunikar"/"Pounikar" is a Sub-Caste (being used as a �पनाम/Surname or ��त�र/Gotra), which belongs to the Koshti Caste/Community. The Koshti Commnity comes under Backward Class : SBC/OBC. The persons belonging to Koshti Caste/Community are not entitled for any benefit of reservation w.e.f. 28/11/2000 under ST Category.Subject:- Appointment of candidates belonging to Halba Koshti/Halbi Koshti/Koshti caste against vacancies reserved for the Scheduled Tribes - Implementation of judgement of the Supreme Court in the case of State of Maharashtra Vs. Milind and Ors.
No. "Paunikar" is a surname which belongs to the Halba-Koshti Community.
Yes, Ghadewal Koshti is recognized as a Scheduled Tribe in certain regions of India, particularly in Maharashtra. This classification allows them access to various benefits and affirmative action programs aimed at improving their socio-economic status. However, the recognition can vary by state, so it's essential to refer to local government notifications for specific details.
No. "Paunikar" is a surname which belongs to the Halba-Koshti Community. The Halba-Koshti Commnity comes under Special Backward Category : SBC". In this reference, please refer to the Office Memorandum No. 36011/2/2010-Estt.(Res.) dated the 10th August 2010 issued by the DoPT, Govt. of India. The persons belonging to Halba Koshti/Koshti are not entitled for any benefit of reservation w.e.f. From 28/11/2000. Subject:- Appointment of candidates belonging to Halba Koshti/Halbi Koshti/Koshti caste against vacancies reserved for the Scheduled Tribes - Implementation of judgement of the Supreme Court in the case of State of Maharashtra Vs. Milind and Ors.Click on the following link to read/download :http://ccis.nic.in/WriteReadData/CircularPortal/D2/D02adm/36011_2_2010-Estt.Res-10082010.pdf
"Dekate" is a "Gotra"/"गोत्र" in Halba-Koshti Caste/Community.
NO, Halba Koshti Community comes under SBC Category i.e. Special Backward Class.
Samaj is a group of people. A one man can not be a samaj. Group of two or more peoples call - samaj.
Schedule Castes are those who have surrendered to the authority of the Hinduism. And Schedule Tribes are those who have not submiited themselves to the authority of the Hinduism and instead they preffered staying away from the Hindus rather than surrendering their freedom and liberty.
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Yes, the Koshti caste is included in the Central OBC (Other Backward Classes) list for Maharashtra. This classification allows members of the Koshti community to access certain benefits and reservations in education and government jobs. However, it's important to check the latest official notifications as caste classifications can be subject to change.
Brahmo Samaj was created in 1828.
Prarthana Samaj was created in 1867.