Gujjars and Bakarwals share the same history, culture, language, sub-caste  and racial identity. They say that anthropological and genetic studies conducted on Gujjars and Bakarwals conclude that they are not separate identities in any way.
Gujjars and Bakarwals share a common ancestry, cultural heritage, linguistic background, social standing, and racial affiliation, as evidenced by anthropological and genetic studies.