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From Sikkim Info
Newar
Newars (a.k.a Pradhans) living in Sikkim are the immigrate from Nepal. Apart from following Hindu customs the Newar too follow Buddhism. Newar Customs can be found from the time of birth to the death. Some of the astonishing culture followed by the Newar includes performing marriage with a fruit, its festivals, its language and food."
History
According to Robert Heavy's book Mesocosm Newars an mixture of Aryan and Mongoloid Strains resulting from the union between the Kiratas and the Aryan migrating from the plains of India.
References
- Newar Discussion - Newar Discussion thread.