Phylogenetic analysis of the enigmatic Kalash population in Pakistan.

ABSTRACT: The genetic origin of the Kalash, an isolated community in northern Pakistan, have long been a subject of debate. This study aimed at investigating the genetic diversity and ancestral composition of Kalash people using an advanced set of genetic data including 22 autosomal and 23 Y chromosomal STRs. We elucidated their historical movements and potential connections to ancient populations by investigating their distinct alleles and comparing them with other regional and global populations to catalog their phylogenetic associations. Based on autosomal STR data, Kalash population demonstrated its unique genetic structure from Asians, Europeans and Africans however, Y-STR haplogroups presented its ancient associations with Eurasian-Indo Iranian metapopulation. We found that the Kalash populati

SUBMITTER: Shahid I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12103519 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature