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The main ethnic groups of Pakistan.

The Brahui people (Brahui: بروہی) are a unique group of people living mainly in Pakistan. They are the only Dravidian ethnic group found in Pakistan. About 2.2 million Brahui people live in the world. Most of them live in a region called Balochistan in Pakistan. Some also live in Afghanistan.

The Brahui people have lived in these areas for a very long time. They are often found living alongside the Balochs. Over time, the Brahui and Baloch people have shared many parts of their cultures. They have learned from each other and adopted similar traditions.

Who Are the Brahui People?

The Brahui are known for their special language. It is called the Brahui language, or sometimes Bravi. This language is part of the Dravidian language family. This family includes languages spoken mainly in southern India.

Scientists have studied the DNA of the Brahui people. These studies suggest that the Brahui are related to ancient Dravidian groups. These ancient people were early farmers. They came from the Zagros mountain area. This area is in what is now Iran. This connection helps us understand their long history.

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  • Sardar of the Brahui and four men of his retinue with guns (probably) in the valley of Kalat, anonymous, c. 1866 - in or before 1876

    A Brahui Sardar (chieftain) among his men, in the valley of Kalat.

See also

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