Mathur Vaishya (Mathuria Vaishya) are a caste community of the Vaishya varna of Hinduism.
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History
The Mathur Vaishya were a part of trading community in Mathura until around 1018 CE. During the ancient period, Mathura was an economic hub, located at the junction of very important caravan routes.
Community organisation
Mathur Vaishya have a national organisation, the Akhil Bharatiya Mathur Vaish Mahasabha, which was founded in 1887 CE.
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