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Bania is a term derived from Sanskrit word 'Vaanijya' meaning traders. Hindu Banias mostly follow Vaishnav traditions and are famous for their business skills and are involved in money-lending, banking and dealing of products such as grains, oil, spices and other grocery products. Banias are known for spending money on lavish weddings and its decorations. A Bania bride usually wears heavy gold, kundan or diamond jewelry on their weddings along with beautiful red color lehenga as a wedding dress.