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Language
Four main communities dominate the Lakshadweep Islands- Aminidivis, Koyas, Malmis and Melacheris. Majority of the population follows Islam but there are other ethnic groups that inhabit the islands as well. The Aminidivis are believed to have been the first people that inhabited Lakshadweep. The Koyas are generally landowners with the Malmis working under them, while the Melacheris are the main labour community on the islands with their primary profession involving gathering of nuts from coconut trees.
The main languages spoken on the Lakshadweep Islands are Malayalam and Mahl. Other languages that the locals speak include Hindi, English, Tamil, Urdu, Oriya and Bengali.
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Religion
The government consensus shows that the majority of the population follows Islam. The other faiths that the islanders follow are either Hinduism or Christianity.
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Food
The Lakshadweep islands offer a wide variety of cuisine. The main cuisine here centres on seafood but there is plenty to be found here for vegetarians as well. Non-vegetarians can dive into delicious seafood and Halal meat. The food is generally spicy and rich in coconut flavour.
Alert! Consumption of alcohol is prohibited on all islands except Bangaram.
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Culture and Crafts
Islam majorly influences the culture of the people of Lakshadweep. Owing to its proximity to Kerala a lot of the culture here is very similar to that of the people of Kerala. You can get a real taste of the culture of the people here during festivals when the best of music can be heard and tribal dances seen.
Opana, Parichakali dance, Lava dance and Kolkali dance are amongst the most famous dance forms here.
Handicraft items here are made of shells, coir and oysters are very famous here. The people of the Aminidivi tribe are well known for their handicraft skills. Handicraft items have got a tremendous boost with the growth of the tourism industry in Lakshadweep.
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