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Matharu or Matharoo (ਮਠਾੜੂ in Gurmukhī script) is a prominent Sikh clan belonging to the Suthar, Ramgarhia tribe, who originated from Punjab
Origins
believe that they are descended from the Suthar. According to the Manu Smriti, the Namdhari are originally of Ramgarhia descent.
Ramgarhias are closely associated with the Tarkhan tribe, and related to Suthar tribe origin.
Famous Matharus
- Jagjit Singh Present Namdhari Leader
- Talvin Singh Matharu (born 1970), British musician
- Kiran Matharu (born 1989), British sportswoman