Which ethnic groups in Nepal have Indo-Aryan ancestry?

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In Nepal, the ethnic groups identified as having Indo-Aryan ancestry are primarily the Pahāṛī peoples. This group includes several communities, such as the Chhetree and the Brahman-Hill people.1

Historically, these groups have held significant prestige in Nepal, and the country's ruling families have traditionally been of Indo-Aryan and Hindu background. Additionally, while the Newar are considered an earlier settled group, they have largely adopted Indo-Aryan and Hindu customs over time.1