Banaphar

Banaphar, also spelled Banafar and Banafer, is a clan of mixed Ahir and Rajput origin in India. The legendary 12th century generals Alha and Udal, who appear in the Alha-Khand ballads, were said to belong to this clan. According to Alf Hiltebeitel, professor of religion, Udal was susceptible to "mean caste" slurs and slights because of his "mixed" background. Ballads referring to Alha and Udal describe great bravery in the medieval period.

Banaphar

Banaphar, also spelled Banafar and Banafer, is a clan of mixed Ahir and Rajput origin in India. The legendary 12th century generals Alha and Udal, who appear in the Alha-Khand ballads, were said to belong to this clan. According to Alf Hiltebeitel, professor of religion, Udal was susceptible to "mean caste" slurs and slights because of his "mixed" background. Ballads referring to Alha and Udal describe great bravery in the medieval period.