Pnar people

One theory says that the word "Jaiñtia" is ultimately derived from the name of the shrine of Jayanti Devi or Jainteswari, an incarnation of the Hindu goddess Durga.

Another theory says that the name is derived via Synteng from Sutong, a former settlement; the myth of Jayanti Devi was probably created after the Hinduisation of the Jaintia kingdom.

[5] Like all the other sub-tribes of the Khasi tribe, the Pnar people also claim descent from Ki Hynñiew Trep [ seven 'huts'(derived from - ïing 'Trep') or seven families ].

The three cardinal principles dictated by God are kamai yei hok, tipbru tipblai and tipkur tipkha.

They signify right living and practice based on right livelihood; fulfillment of duties towards fellow men to reach God; and showing respect to the members of one's father's and mother's clans.