Nirdhi Bhil
| Nirdhi Bhil | |
|---|---|
| Religions | Islam |
| Languages | Marathi and Bhili |
| Populated states | Maharashtra |
| Subdivisions | None |
Nirdhi Bhil or sometimes pronounced as Nilde Bhil are a Muslim community found in India.
Some Bhil, it is said to have occurred during the rule of the Faruki kings. Satmalas hills formed part of the territory the Faruqi kingdom, a medieval state in central India. A close association had developed between the Bhil of this region, and the Faruqi state led to the conversion of many of them to Islam.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ Marginal Muslim Communities in India edited by M.K.A Siddiqui pages 1 to 13 Institute of Objective Studies