Whatis the story about the Kodavu people’s descent?
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The story of Kodavu people's descent are possibly from Greek or Arab origin. According to the story, a part of Alexander's army moved to the South and settled there. Their return became impossible and they started to marry the local girls and their culture is transmitted to the next generation. The changes can be seen in the marriage and religious rituals and in martial tradition. The dress that is a long black dress known as kuppia also gives proof of Arabic origin.
As per the author, the people of Coorg are possible of Greek or Arabic descent. A part of Alexander’s army moved south along the coast, they settled there and married amongst the locals. Their culture is pretty evident through marriage, religious rights which are very distinct from the Hindu tradition.