Ansari or Ilyasi is an Indian Muslim community, found in the Indian subcontinent. They are also known as Ilyasi, Momin, Saudagar and Julaha. They trace their spiritual connection to the Prophet Ilyas (AS).
Ansari • Ilyasi • Momin • Saudagar • Julaha | |
|---|---|
| Regions with significant populations | |
| India • Pakistan • Bangladesh • Nepal | |
| Languages | |
| Urdu • local languages | |
| Religion | |
| Islam |
Historically, they were involved in the weaving profession. Hence, they were also known as Julaha (weaver).
They are found in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Delhi in India and Punjab in Pakistan.