Significance of Village-residents
Village-residents are defined in two contexts according to South Asia and Dharmashastra. In South Asia, they are individuals who comply with the Gamarala's directives regarding rice mortars. In Dharmashastra, village-residents, or 'grameyaka,' are those living in a village and are significant in matters of boundary disputes, as they play a crucial role in determining village boundaries. Both definitions highlight the social and legal aspects of individuals living within a village setting.
Synonyms: Villagers, Townsfolk, Inhabitants, Denizens, Rural residents, Townspeople
In Dutch: Dorpsbewoners; In Finnish: Kylän asukkaat
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Hindu concept of 'Village-residents'
In Hinduism, "village-residents" or 'grameyaka' denotes individuals living in a village, crucial in resolving boundary disputes and participating in boundary determinations, reflecting their role in community governance and conflict resolution.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Individuals who live in a village, specifically referred to as 'grameyaka' in the commentary, relevant in the context of boundary disputes.[1] (2) Individuals who inhabit a village, specifically mentioned as relevant participants in boundary determinations.[2]
The concept of Village-residents in local and regional sources
Village-residents embody the community dynamics, highlighting their adherence to the Gamarala's authority regarding agricultural practices, such as the specific act of tying up rice mortars, which reflects local traditions and social structures.
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The other people in the village who follow the Gamarala's orders about tying up rice mortars.[3]