Rising death toll from captive elephant attacks in Kerala raises questions about festival safety measures and rule violations ...

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Ganesha is one of the most worshipped gods in Hinduism, recognised by his elephant head Ganesha is recognised by his elephant head and is one of the most worshipped gods in Hinduism. He is the son ...

This story appears in the August 2013 issue of National Geographic magazine. The royalty of India—Hindu and Muslim—understood long ago that power was best wielded from the back of an elephant.

A statue of the elephant-headed god, Lord Ganesh Some Hindus believe that Brahman is omnipotent (all-powerful), so these events actually happened. Others interpret miracles as a way to convey ...

Explanation: Indra is considered the king of gods in Hindu mythology; he is depicted riding a white elephant. 6. Who is considered the first man in Hindu mythology?