Dravidian

The Dravidian refers to a group of peoples primarily found in southern India and parts of Sri Lanka, with a shared linguistic and cultural heritage. Their languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, form the Dravidian language family, which is distinct from Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi and Sanskrit. Historically, Dravidian peoples have contributed significantly to the region’s art, literature, and architecture. Today, they play a vital role in India's social and cultural fabric, and their languages and traditions are celebrated for their richness and diversity.