Historical Customs and Traditions
The Nairs practised various customs and traditions in the past and which are not found in the present-day community. Many of these were complex systems.
Pullapilly has suggested that the Nairs may share a common heritage with the Ezhava caste. This theory is based on similarities between numerous of the customs adopted by the two groups, particularly with regard to marking various significant life stages such as childbirth and death, as well as their matrilineal practices and martial history. The theory is that only a common parentage can explain some of these issues.
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