Alberto Monteiro wrote:
> > Nope. But I am not really that astute. Most Indians can > > take a look at that name and tell you about the caste > > of Gautam's father [and hence, Gautam's]. > > > There are studies here in Brazil showing some correlation > between surnames and skin colour. For example, surnames > that derive from Christian themes were originally > assigned to blacks that got freedom. Surnames that derive > from professions derive from Jews that were forced into > Christianity. Surnames that derive from Nature themes > derive from "native-brazilians". > > Alberto Vieira Ferreira Monteiro [:-)] And what is that supposed to tell me about you? :) Ritu GCU Ignorant _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
