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The Kanangoi, refers to community of affluent hereditary landlords history rooted back in the Varman Dynasty. This lineage has significantly shaped Assam's socio-economic landscape. Their emphasis on land management, paved the way for prosperous agrarian communities, with the Kanangoi emerging as key players in property and local governance.
Etymology and History
[edit]The term Kanangoi or kanaigoi refers to affinity with the soil and spirituality. "Kanan" translates to "Soil"; and the suffix "goi", means "God".
Furthermore, Kanan in Sanskrit refers to "The Mouth of Brahma", highlighting a sacred aspect of their identity—suggesting that their lands are not merely soil but part of a divine creation and signifying the strong connection with their lands.
Changes during the British Era
[edit]As British colonialism took hold during the Colonial rule, many hereditary landlords lost their large landholdings and became subject to British colonial laws, leading to a fading of their traditions into history.