Engraving of a boy introducing himself to a man as a member of the Madiga caste in India, circa 1928. Madiga is a Telugu caste from southern India. They mainly live in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka, with a small minority in Tamil Nadu. Madigas are historically associated with the work of tannery, leatherwork and small handicrafts. Today, most are agricultural labourers.

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Location: India
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