Vaidiki Brahmins | |
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Classification | Telugu Brahmin |
Religions | Hinduism |
Languages | Telugu |
Original state | Andhra Pradesh |
Populated states | Andhra Pradesh |
Vaidiki Brahmins (Vaidika, Vaidikulu, Vaideeki) are a sect of Telugu-speaking Smartha Brahmins. They are predominantly followers of Adi Shankaracharya and are mostly found in Andhra Pradesh. The name derives from Vedas.