Indo-African Connections

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The African Connection

 

 

 

An Indian of African Origin

>From a Deccan Miniature Painting

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During this Black History Month (Feb. 2000), we recognize the Indians of African

Origin. Shown in the picture above is an African merchant in India. The

Janjeera people, believed to be of Ethiopian origin, came to India on business

and went on to control important positions in local governments during the

fifteenth century. A fort built by them, and defended against even the forces as

strong as that of Shivaji's can be visited in Maharashtra today.

 

(We thank our patron Nicholas Glean for prompting this study.-Ed)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Introduction

 

Our last year's special on the Indians of African origin generated a

lot interest among the African Diaspora, so this year, during the

Black History Month of February, we are beginning a new section on

the Indo-African nexus.

 

Of course, the most important bond between the African continent and

the Indian subcontinent is one of peace, initiated by Mahatma Gandhi

while he was in South Africa. But interestingly, the relationship

extends far before the European occupation, as can be seen from this

presentation. One of the most ancient historical artifacts found in

the Indus valley resembles a African woman, and Lord Krishna (black

tribal) is one of the important deities of Hinduism.

 

Table of Contents

 

The Siddi Community of North Kanara

 

Painting of an African Merchant

 

 

A Smiling Siddi Girl

Black, Indian, and Hindu!

Prehistoric Connection?

Siddi Girl in Western Indian Forest

 

 

See Also:

 

Tribal Communities of India

 

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