Daivadnya Brahmins were traditional goldsmiths who migrated from Goa

Evidence

On Daivadnya (also Daivajna) Brahmins, the Census of India (1961, 14) says: “They are locally known as ‘Sonars’ and ‘Sonagars’ and are the traditional goldsmiths. They are found in almost all the towns and big villages of North Kanara District. They are said to have migrated from Goa.” — Ambedkar, B R, Annihilation of Caste_ The Annotated…, 1092

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Category: Factual Claims