However, the converted Hindus retained a variation of their caste status based on patrilineal descent from their previous caste affiliations. The new converts were lumped into new Catholic castes. All Brahmin subcastes (Goud Saraswat Brahmins, Padyes, Daivadnyas), goldsmiths and even some rich merchants, were lumped into the Christian caste of Bamonns (Konkani: Brahmins).
In this context, it is evident that the converted Hindus maintained a connection to their previous social hierarchy despite their conversion to Christianity. This led to the creation of new Catholic castes and the aggregation of certain Brahmin subgroups and professions into the Christian caste of Bamonns.