Kallar Vanniyar

Kallar Vanniyar is a subgroup of the Vanniyar community, primarily found in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Historically, they are associated with cattle herding and agriculture, and are recognized as a Other Backward Class (OBC) under India's reservation system, which provides them with certain affirmative action benefits. The Kallar Vanniyar community has played significant roles in regional social life and politics. Their cultural practices and social status are rooted in their traditional occupations and regional history, shaping their identity within the broader social fabric of Tamil Nadu.