Shrestha

Shrestha

"Shrestha" or "Shreshth" ( _ne. श्रेष्ठ), is a surname belonging to the community of people within the "Newar" caste in Nepal. They originate from the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal. During the reign of the Malla kings in Kathmandu, Shresthas used to work mostly as educators and government workers. Most of the high ranking government officials were Shresthas. Even amongst Shresthas, there is a differentiation of caste, called 'thari', the difference being mostly between "panch thari" (5th level) and "ccha thari" (6th level). Sixth level Shresthas are considered to be the higher cast of the two. It is speculated that there is an additional "das thari" (10th level), however this has never been confirmed.


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