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Photographs and Paintings Symbolic Re-burning of the Dead Funeral Rituals at a Waterfall The death rites are usually conducted outside the home, usually at the cremation ground or near a waterfall. The Pinda (Rice Ball) Offerings Gifting of the Brahmins Charity or gifting is an important part of the death ceremony Carrying of the Landlady Madhubani painting, Bihar A Nobleman Riding a Palanquin Detail from a Jain Painting in Sravanabelagola Maithili Folk Painting Depicting a Palanquin Prof. Seshasastry Kannada and Telugu Historian Mourners reading Kamat's old letters Kamat was a prolific letter writer. Most people who received his letters felt that they were worthy of preservation. Tonsuring of the Head A son shaves off his hair in mourning the death of his father. More | Random

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Articles and Table of Contents Customs, Traditions, & Varieties of Weddings -- Article The Women of India - Biography of Annie Besant -- Article The Significance of the Holy Dot -- Article Devadasis - Servants of God -- Article The Fair Sex -- Index Women of India -- Frequently Asked Questions -- FAQ More Articles | More Table of Contents