Bisht

For the Arab clothing, see Bisht (clothing).

Bisht is a surname found in communities native to the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is used by Rajputs.[1] The term "Bisht" originally referred to someone who held a land grant.[2]

Notable people

References

  1. K. P. Sharma (1998). Garhwal & Kumaon: A Guide for Trekkers and Tourists. Cicerone Press. p. 16. ISBN 978-1-85284-264-2.
  2. Ramila Bisht (2002). Environmental Health in Garhwal Himalaya: A Study of Pauri Garhwal. Indus Publishing. p. 50. ISBN 978-81-7387-132-0.
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