Question

The fiercely independent people of Coorg are possibly of Greek or Arabic descent. As one story goes, a part of

Alexander’s army moved south along the coast and settled here when return became impractical. These people

married amongst the locals and their culture is apparent in the martial traditions. Marriage and religious rites,

which are distinct from the Hindu mainstream. The theory of Arab origin draws support from the long, black

coat with an embroidered waist belt worn by the kodavus known as Kuppia, it resembles the Kuffia worn by the

Arabs and the Kurds. Even now, Kodavus are the only people in India permitted to carry firearms without a

licence.

11. What Alexander’s army settled along the South coast?

12. What makes the coorgies identical with the Arabs?

13. What special permission is given to the Kodavus?​

Answer 1

Answer:

11. Greek/Arab army of Alexander.

12. Marital traditions, Religious rites, The long black coat worn by the koduvas called kuppia - which resembles Kuffia worn by the Arabs and Kurds.

13. They are permitted to carry firearms without license.

Explanation:

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