Meenas

Meenas are an indigenous tribal community primarily found in Rajasthan, India. They are known for their rich cultural heritage, which includes traditional music, dance, and crafts. Historically, the Meenas were engaged in agriculture, but many have since diversified into various occupations. The community has a unique social structure and practices, including matrilineality, where lineage is traced through the mother. Meenas have been recognized as a Scheduled Tribe in India, allowing for affirmative action and access to certain government benefits aimed at improving their social and economic conditions.