Mallalamma: 1 definition

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Mallalamma means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

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Source: Project Gutenberg: Castes and Tribes of Southern India, Volume 1

Mallalamma is the name of a deity, worshipped by the Lambadis: a well-known tribe of carriers who are found all over Western and Southern India. Mallalamma is worshipped to confer freedom to their cattle from attacks of tigers and other wild beasts

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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