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A photograph of a seated figure on a golden throne (peetha) at the center of a tiered stage lined with flower garlands in yellow, purple, white and orange. The seated figure wears an orange robe, a white flower garland and a rudraksha mala, with long dark hair, and is smiling. Around the throne, several men in orange robes and orange shawls stand or kneel. In front, a group of people in white ritual clothes with orange sashes stand waist-deep in water, apparently a sacred water ceremony at dusk. Strings of small lamps line the tiered seating in the background.

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A night photograph of a floral-decorated golden throne platform set in water, with a central seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a red-and-white garland, flanked by attendants in orange and saffron clothing. Two attendants on the left and right wear orange robes and gold necklaces; one kneels holding a metal bowl. Around the platform, about a dozen people stand waist-deep in water wearing white clothes and yellow sashes, some reaching toward the platform. Marigold and red flower garlands drape the platform backdrop, and small lights and a crowd in white stand on the steps behind. The seated central figure's appearance does not clearly match the a person cues, so the identity is uncertain.2010-02-12A photograph of a floral-decorated golden throne on an orange-draped dais in an indoor hall with rows of empty red seats behind. A seated figure in orange robes and a white garland sits centrally on the ornate golden chair with a golden halo-like arch, flanked by two attendants in orange robes with gold necklaces, one holding a tray. Garlands of marigolds and white flowers in orange, yellow and purple hang around the throne. In the foreground, several people in white clothes and yellow sashes kneel in shallow water before the dais, some holding small vessels, and one reaches out. A standing attendant in white stands at the right beside a railing, and a round orange fan-like object appears at the right edge.2010-02-12A photograph of a lavishly decorated golden throne set in a water tank at dusk, framed by tiers of oil lamps along the stone steps. A seated figure in orange robes and a white flower garland sits on the throne, which is draped with bands of yellow, red, purple and white flowers. Two attendants in orange robes stand at the sides, one holding a silver vessel. In the foreground, several people in white clothes with orange and yellow sashes stand waist-deep in the water, some with their hands joined in front of them.2010-02-12A night ritual at a water tank with red-brick steps lined with empty seats. A central figure sits on an ornate gold throne decorated with garlands of marigolds, white jasmine and purple and yellow flowers, wearing an orange robe and a red-and-white garland. Two attendants in saffron-orange robes and rudraksha beads flank the throne. Around it, about a dozen devotees in white clothes with yellow and red sashes stand waist-deep in the water, holding vessels and a small offering. Someone on the steps holds a large orange-and-gold fan.2010-02-12A night ceremony at an outdoor water tank with a raised platform decorated with flower garlands in yellow, red, purple and white. A central figure in an orange robe, with long dark hair and a white garland, sits on a gold ornate throne-like seat with an arched backdrop, smiling and gesturing with raised hands. A woman in orange attire with a garland sits to the right holding a tray, and a man in orange sits to the left. Around the platform, several people in white clothes with yellow and orange sashes stand waist-deep in the water, some holding small items. Spectators in white fill the seating area behind, and lit lamps line the edges of the tank.2010-02-12A seated figure in orange robes sits on a golden throne with red cushioning, decorated with marigold and multicolored flower garlands and green leaves, rising from shallow water at night. The seated person wears an orange garment, a white garland, and a rudraksha-style bead necklace. Around the throne, a row of devotees in white clothes with yellow and orange sashes stand waist-deep in the water, some pouring liquid from vessels, a ritual bathing scene. Two standing sannyasis in orange robes flank the throne on the right, one holding a silver vessel. Tiered stone steps with rows of small lamps and black metal fixtures rise behind the water.2010-02-12A photograph of a flower-decorated wooden float or barge on water at dusk, draped with orange cloth and garlands of marigolds, roses and green leaves in purple, white and yellow. Standing on the float at right is a person in an orange robe with a gold necklace, holding a silver tray or plate, appearing to be a person by appearance cues including long dark hair and orange clothing. A seated woman in an orange top sits at left on the float. Around the float, several people in white clothes and yellow or red sashes stand chest-deep in the water, and one man in an orange robe stands in the water at center. Red stone steps with a metal railing rise behind them.2010-02-12Night photograph of a sarvadarshan paadapooja at a temple tank. A seated figure in orange robes and a white garland sits on a red throne decorated with marigolds, orange and pink flowers, and white floral arches. The figure appears to be the honoured guest, but appearance cues are insufficient for identification. Around the throne, devotees wearing white clothes stand waist-deep in dark water, some with yellow sashes and folded hands. A white-clad priest stands on the left bank, and black linga-shaped shrines line the red stone wall behind. Lamps illuminate the scene.2010-01-03Night photo of a floating platform on water in front of a large black linga with silver-banded top and flower garlands. A seated figure in orange robes with long hair and a red-and-white garland sits on a gold and red throne decorated with marigold and multicoloured flower garlands. Attendants in orange clothing stand beside the throne, one holding a tray. Around the platform, about a dozen people in white clothes stand chest-deep in the water, some with hands raised in prayer, one in orange and white. A man in white stands on the stone steps at right, and rows of oil lamps line the tiered steps.2010-02-12A photograph of a floral-decorated ceremonial platform on red-stepped ghat steps at dusk, with devotees standing waist-deep in water. A woman in orange robes sits on a red-cushioned throne draped with garlands of marigolds, roses and striped purple, white and yellow flowers. Beside her, a man in an orange robe holds a silver bowl, and another orange-robed attendant sits nearby. In the water in front, several people in white dhotis and white shirts with yellow sashes and rudraksha malas stand facing the platform, and one man wears an orange shirt.2010-02-12A seated figure on an ornate gilded throne (peetha) at night, framed by a backdrop of vertical strings of marigolds and white flowers in yellow, red, purple and white, with string lights above. The central figure wears orange-saffron robes, a white and red flower garland and a rudraksha-style mala, with long dark hair, smiling. Two attendants in orange robes with gold necklaces sit on the raised stage on either side, one holding a fan-like object. Below, several people in white clothes with yellow or orange shawls sit in front of the stage. Swamiji (probable): the central figure has long swept-back hair, saffron robes, a mala and a garland, which are the qualifying cues.2010-02-12A night ceremony on water at a stone ghat. A figure in orange robes sits cross-armed on an ornate gold-and-red throne on a raised, garlanded platform draped in orange cloth. The throne is framed by a multicolour garland arch, and a small coloured fringed canopy hangs above. Strings of white, yellow and magenta flower garlands decorate the platform edges, with lit lamps and a silver vessel with flowers at the front. Below, several people stand waist-deep in the water: one in orange garments with his back to the camera at the platform's base, and others in white clothes. The seated figure's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance, so he is described by role and clothing only; the orange robes and throne suggest a presiding teacher. Lamps and garlands indicate an aarti or abhishekam-style water ritual.2011-03-03