The Kinnar Akhada is an important religious and social group in India that represents the hijra community, often referred to as the transgender or eunuch community in South Asia. It was formally established in 2015 by the hijra community in…
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Nirmal Akhada is one of the well-known Hindu monastic orders, particularly associated with the Nirmala tradition. This akhada has its roots in Shaivism and Sikhism, with a focus on spirituality, renunciation, and ascetic practices. The Nirmal Akhada has a distinctive…
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Bada Udasin Akhara is one of the key monastic orders in the Udasin tradition, which originated from the teachings of Sri Chand, the son of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. The Udasin tradition is a unique spiritual path that…
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Naya Udasin Akhara is a significant monastic order within the Udasin tradition, which traces its roots to the Hindu reformer Guru Nanak and later developed into a prominent sect focused on spirituality, asceticism, and devotion. The Udasin tradition itself emerged…
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Nirmohi Akhara is one of the prominent and ancient Hindu monastic orders in India, known for its deep devotion to Lord Rama and its strong association with the Vaishnava tradition. Unlike other Shaiva-dominant akharas, the Nirmohi Akhara follows the Vaishnavism…
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Digambar Akhada is a notable Shaiva monastic order in India, primarily associated with the ancient tradition of Shaivism and the practice of renunciation. It holds a prominent place in the religious landscape of India, especially in the context of the…
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