India: 'A Khattri Nobleman'. Miniature painting from 'Kitab-I Tasrih Al-Aqvam (History of the Origin and Distinguishing Marks of the Different Castes of India' by Colonel James Skinner/Sikandar Sahib (1778-1841), early 19th century. The Khatri is a caste found mostly in the Punjab region of Northern India and Pakistan. Katris were historically accountants,bankers, civil administrators, merchants, scribes, traders and teachers. They are an integral part of the old Kshatriya caste, second only to Brahmans in the social hierarchy.

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