Kayastha facts for kids
"Calcutta Kayasth", from a 19th Century book
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The Kayastha people are a group of different communities in India. For a long time, Kayasthas have been known for their important roles as writers, record keepers, and government workers.
Since the early days of Medieval India, Kayasthas have held high government jobs. They served as ministers and advisors for kingdoms in India and the Mughal Empire. They also had important jobs during the time of the British Raj.
Today, Kayasthas are successful in many areas, like politics, arts, and various jobs. There are about 5 to 7 million Kayastha people, and most of them live in India.
The Story of Kayasthas
Many Hindu people believe that Lord Brahma created the world. They say he then created 16 sons from different parts of his body. His 17th son, Shree Chitraguptjee, was special. He was created from Brahma's mind and soul, meaning he was made from Brahma's whole body.
In human form, this son is called kayastha. The word kaya means "whole." Kayasthas are seen as having two important roles in the caste system. They are like a Kshatriya (a warrior) and also like a Brahmin (a learned person or a scribe). This means they are respected for both their strength and their knowledge.
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A Kayastha employee in 1901.
