Kaimal

Kaimal

Kaimal was a title of nobility conferred on the Nairs of Kerala by the rulers of Cochin and later, Travancore. The term "Kaimal" is derived from "Kai" which in Malayalam means hand, signifying power. Earlier Kaimals were either recognised chieftains, such as the Kaimal of Vaikattillam, the "Anchu" or five Kaimals of Cochin, Thachudaya Kaimal of Irinjalakuda Temple etc. Others were in charge of the treasury, which according to custom, could not be seen even by the kings except in their presence. The counsel of the Kaimals was sought in all matters by their King.

References

* Castes and Tribes of Southern India,by Edgar Thurston, page 296

ee also

* Nair
* Kingdom of Cochin
* Travancore
* Kerala
* Jenmi


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