Jaat

Jaat is a community of traditionally non elite peasants in northern India and Pakistan.
History.
Jats had its origins in pastoralism in the lower Indus valley of Sindh until they were forced northwards due to the Islamic conquests.
Many Jat people serve in the Indian Army, including the Jat Regiment, Sikh Regiment, Rajputana Rifles and the Grenadiers, where they have won many of the highest military awards for gallantry and bravery. Jat people also serve in the Pakistan Army especially in the Punjab Regiment.
Distribution.
Jaats inhabited throughout the Punjab region, Sindh and some other northwestern parts of Subcontinent.