An Introduction to Spoken Kashmiri
Chapter 40
Chapter 40: The Muslim rishis: Nandarishi
The Muslim rishis: Nandarishi
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THE SOUNDS OF KASHMIRI
The Muslim rishis: Nandarishi

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For centuries the Hindus and Muslims in Kashmir have lived together. The Kashmiri Muslims have been influenced by the Hindus, and the Hindus have been influenced by the Muslims.

Kashmir is the only place in India where Muslims have surnames such as 'pandit' and 'bhat'. The Kashmiri Hindus and Muslims have a distinctive culture and way of living. Even the sufis of Kashmir are of a special type.

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