Baloch

/bəˈloʊtʃ/ noun

Definition

A member of a people living primarily in Balochistan, a region spanning parts of Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan, or the language they speak.

Etymology

The word is the name of the ethnic group and derives from their region Balochistan. The exact origin of 'Baloch' is debated among scholars, possibly related to historical tribal names.

Kelly Says

The Baloch people have an incredibly rich and ancient oral tradition—their poetry and storytelling are legendary, and they've maintained their distinct language and culture for centuries despite being spread across three modern countries!

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