patrilineal

(adjective)

Pertaining to descent through male lines.

Related Terms

Examples of patrilineal in the following topics:

  • Hindu Rajput Kingdoms

    • The Rajputs were patrilineal clans, ruling a majority of Hindu princely states in northern India between the 6th and 20th centuries.
    • The Rajputs (from Sanskrit raja-putra, "son of a king") are members of patrilineal clans in western, central, and northern India who claim to be descendants of the kshatriyas, the Hindu ruling warrior caste.

  • Fon

    • The culture is patrilineal and allows polygamy and divorce.

  • Rajput Painting of the Mughal Period

    • The Rajputs are members of patrilineal clans in western, central, and northern India who rose to prominence between the 6th and 12th centuries.