With the downfall of the Mauryan dynasty, the chapter of golden history and grandeur was closed. The conspirators massacred ruthlessly wherever Mauryas or monks were found; they were tortured and compelled to leave their places and take refuge in the far-flung areas of the country. The history and culture was destroyed. Even universities, libraries, monasteries and world-famous monuments were not spared — all this was either burnt, destroyed, or converted into temples. Now the community is scattered not only in different parts of India but in many countries of the world, especially British-ruled countries where Indians were migrated as agricultural labour. With the pace of time and distance from the origin, the names of caste and titles have changed; language, social customs, and lifestyle have also changed as people adapted to their surroundings.
One thing is common: the community had been categorized as Vaishya, dependent on agriculture — growing vegetables, food grains, and horticulture. The majority of the populace had been simple, laborious, vegetarian, religious, and non-violent. The community was barred from entering Gurukuls, made subservient in religious matters, made to seek the advice of Gurus for all pujas, ceremonies, and rituals, and in turn had to pay hard-earned money as Dakshina. They forgot their history, unity, and strength — trapped in a web of superstitions and bound by religious fear.
After the spread of education became available to every citizen of the country, the community dared to enter schools, colleges, and universities to gain knowledge and employment. At present, our people are striving to find a respectable place in society and climb the ladder of development.