gotra
Noun
Meaning
gotra (plural gotras)
(Hinduism) The lineage or clan assigned to a Hindu at birth.
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Gotra, lineage segment within an Indian caste that prohibits intermarriage by virtue of the members’ descent from a common mythical ancestor, an important factor in determining possible Hindu marriage alliances.
The Droid Gotra is a criminal syndicate of droids, working to their own ends of droid freedom.
Some argue (from the presence of Jat, Gujjar Titles and Gotra names) that Sindhis also accounted for an early layer of migration.
Marriage within the gotra ("swagotra" marriages) are banned under the rule of exogamy in the traditional matrimonial system.
Gotra is transferred down the male lineage while the Gotra of a female changes upon marriage.
The marriage with a person having same Gotra as of the original Gotras (lineage) is prohibited.