mtDNA Haplogroups in India
mtDNA is passed from mother to all children, tracing your direct maternal ancestry back to the first humans.
Haplogroup M
The dominant maternal lineage in South Asia, arriving with the first Out-of-Africa migration ~60,000 years ago.
60%+ of South Asians
Haplogroup U
Ancient maternal lineage with subclades U2 and U7 common in India. Traces back to early human migrations.
10-15% of South Asians
Haplogroup R
Widespread maternal lineage found across Eurasia. Subclade R5 is particularly common in South India.
5-10% of South Asians
Haplogroup N
Less common in South Asia but found in specific populations, especially in the northwest regions.
2-5% of South AsiansDetailed mtDNA Pages Coming Soon
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