Jarwar

Jarwar (Balochi: جروار) is a sub-tribe from the Gazini branch of Marri Baloch.

History

In the initial decades of the 16th century, they started a systematic migration from the barren hilly area of Koh-e-Marri to the plain lands of "Sivi", now Sibi; including Naseerabad , Jacobabad , Kohlu and Kahan in search of better life and to keep themselves safe from the ongoing feuds and bloody disputes among the various sub tribes of Marri.[1]

## Religion and languages[edit]

JarwarRegions with significant populations

Languages
Balochi, Sindhi, Siraiki
Religion
Sunni, Shia, Sufi
Related ethnic groups
Other [ Gabol Baloch

## Customs and traditions[edit]

The majority of Jarwar tribe's men follow Baloch tribal customs and traditions.[2]

A Balochi men singing Balochi folk music

## Tribal territories[edit]

Families of Jarwar still live in their native place near Kahan, but they are now mainly split into various groups and living in many areas of Balochistan, Sindh and Southern Punjab.[3]

## Notable Personalities[edit]

* Lal Jarwar (President of Awami Tehreek)[4]
* Sardar Ali Jarwar (Pakistan's Politician)[5][6]

## See also[edit]

* Marri-Bugti country

## References[edit]

1. ^ Shahid, Saleem (2002-02-26). "12 killed as two clans of Marri tribe clash". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2024-02-27.
2. ^ Baloch, Shairyar (2023-03-18). "Exploring rich history, timeless traditions and resilient spirit in Baloch culture". Jarida Daily. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
3. ^ Jere, Wade Anastasia (2011-06-14). Jarwar. Equ Press. ISBN 978-613-6-66867-3.
4. ^ "10-km protest march held against corporate farming". The Express Tribune. 2024-01-08. Retrieved 2024-02-29.
5. ^ "Sardar Ali Jarwar - Profile, Political Career & Election History". UrduPoint. Retrieved 2024-02-29.
6. ^ Correspondent, The Newspaper's (2015-10-22). "Protest erupts in Shahdadkot over arrest of SUP candidate". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2024-02-29.