Customs of Rajus’ Community

Abstract

The Rajus’ community migrated from Andhra Pradesh to South Tamilnadu and settled there permanently in the black soiled region before 600 years ago due to regimental changes. They engaged themselves in Agro-based occupation after their displacement. As they concentrated more on the clothing business, harvesting cotton had become their field of interest, and thus they adapted their lifestyle on the land of black soil.variety  of  rituals are followed by various communities globally. Accordingly, the communit people of the  Rajus'  follows several rituals from their birth to death. As part of their ritual, all the things invariably used on the occasions of ceremonies and their fixed lifestyle represent some hidden scientific facts. Those are researched and interpreted to prove the significance of rituals in human life which is strongly connected with nature. This research paper lays emphasis on the main aim of the customs and rituals of the humans. They are connected with the formidable factors strengthening the physical energy. Paying attention to the ancient rituals and customs are sadly on the decrease in the contemporary period. The evidence of diminished rituals can be seen in temples and their way of celebrating festivals. The purpose of the research is to manifest the necessity of restoring the significance of rituals framed scientifically by our ancestors. This research will positively help to discern the hidden scientific facts in the rituals for close and prompt follow up of the same.