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Parekh
Parekh is a [Gujarati]-[Hindu] [Indian] surname which refers to the caste of "[Vaishyas]" (merchant-business class). Parekhs originally are from the city of [Surat] located in [Gujarat], [India]. Parekhs are Gujarati-speaking Indians. Parekhs are also known traditionally as 'Soni' or 'Sunyar' (gold and diamond merchants) due to their ties with the profession of jewellery.

The Parekh surname has variants such as "Soni" and "Parikh."

Parekhs lead the sub-sectioned "Soni" caste.

Parekhs are also known to be devout [Hindus] in India, supporters of Nationalist-Hindu parties, and were firm supporters of Mahatma Gandhi.

There are numerous Parekhs living outside of India such as in England and parts of Africa. There are is also a Parekh population in the United States and Canada.

The most famous Parekhian of present-day is Bhiku Parekh, a political-theorist and professor who earned a Lordship from the British government.