Maurya is an agrarian community mostly settled in the northern states of India like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. The members also reside in Mumbai and Delhi. The wedding celebrations of the Maurya community vary from state to state. Horoscope consultations are important for alliances for Maurya Brides. A Maurya Bride dons traditional Indian attire for wedding day, usually saris or lehengas. Common surnames for Maurya brides are Kushwaha, Prasad, Panjiyara, Chaudhary and Morya.