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Jangid is a caste in India who, through a process of Sanskritisation, they are the son of Brahmrishi Angira ji known as Jangid brahmin. They have a notable presence in the states of Haryana, Rajasthan and Punjab and their traditional occupation was that of carpentry, especially woodcarving and furniture making. Today, the Jangid are usually known for painting and decorative works such as making seats or chariots for religious figurines.
References
- Joshi, Om Prakash (1976). Painted Folklore and Folklore Painters of India: A Study with Reference to Rajasthan. Concept Publishing Company. pp. 73–74.
- Rādhākr̥shṇa Vaśishṭha (1995). Art and Artists of Rajasthan: A Study on the Art & Artists of Mewar with Reference to Western Indian School of Painting. Abhinav Publications. p. 91. ISBN 978-81-7017-284-0.
- K. S. Singh (1998). Rajasthan. Popular Prakashan. pp. 201–. ISBN 978-81-7154-766-1.