Nai, also known as Sain/Sen, is a generic term for occupational castes of barbers. The name is said to be derived from the Sanskrit word nāpita (नापित). In modern times, Nai community in northern India refers to themselves as "Sain", instead of Nai.
Nai, also known as Sain/Sen, is a generic term for occupational castes of barbers. The name is said to be derived from the Sanskrit word nāpita (नापित). In modern times, Nai community in northern India refers to themselves as "Sain", instead of Nai. (en)