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Jangid is a caste in India having status of Brahmin. They have a notable presence in the states of Haryana, Rajasthan and . They are descendants of Rishi Angira . Angira muni was one of the first 10 sons of Lord Brahma called 'Manasputra' of Brahma as lord Brahma . They are also descendants of Lord Vishwakarma , the chief Architect of Gods in Sanatan and Hinduism .Their traditional occupation was making artifacts, weapons and 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.