Mogaveera
subcaste of Koli caste
Mogaveera is a fishermen community in the Tulunad region of South West India. They dominated the maritime business of the region. Mogaveera people form a community who dominate fishing and marine activities in and around Mangalore and Udupi. The word "Mogaveera" is believed to be derived from the words "Moga" (brave) and "Veera" (warrior), indicating their origins as courageous coastal warriors and sea navigators. Fishing has been the main occupation of the Mogaveeras for centuries. They have developed a deep understanding of the sea, tides, and marine ecosystems. With modernization, many members of the community have also diversified into other professions such as shipping, business, and entrepreneurship, especially in coastal cities and abroad.
History
The Mogaveeras are the fishermen community of Tulu Nadu. a warrior who after the demolition of the kingdom continued to live on river belts and coastal belts and pursue their traditional occupation of fishing.
Moolasthanas
Mogaveeras follow the Moolasthana system of Tulu lineages (Bari system).
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