 |
This article is an orphan, as few or no other articles link to it. Please introduce links to this page from related articles; suggestions may be available. (September 2011) |
 |
This article does not cite any references or sources. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (May 2011) |
It is a Tamil word meaning Teacher or guide.[citation needed]
Asan is an alternative colloquial term used by locals to address teachers.[citation needed]Generally the Kaniyar or Ganaka people of Kerala in India, particularly from southern region were known as Asan by virtue of their vocation as Kalari teachers. By 19th century and later, people from many other castes( Nair, Ezhava, Christian )are also begun to adopt this title.
References [link]
 |
This India-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
https://wn.com/Aasaan
Podcasts:
PLAYLIST TIME: