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Gowda means head of any caste and is a title used by various social groups in the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. This is a title usually given to eldest person or leader in the community. The wedding celebrations include many special rituals for the Gouda grooms. The ritual of 'Uguru Madichuva Shastra' is a nail cutting ceremony of a Gouda groom. Professional hair and nail cutter trims the nails and gives the groom a shave. He receives rice, coconut, plantains and cash for his service.