Women In The Nayar Community Of Venad: A Historical Perspective

Abstract

Venad was a significant territorial principality that emerged following the disintegration of the Second Chera Empire (800-1102 AD). It was known as Venad until the reign of King Marthanda Varma (1729-1758 AD), after which it became known as Travancore. The position of women in Venad varied greatly from caste to caste, with each caste possessing its own distinctive lifestyle and culture. This study aims to provide an account of the life and culture of women in the Nayar community in Venad.