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A photograph of a man seated on an ornate white and red throne on a stage, presenting a discourse. He wears a rust-orange dhoti and shawl with a gold-bordered edge, a gold ceremonial necklace of marigold garlands, a gold crown on his head, and a rudraksha-style mala. A microphone stands before him. The backdrop is a deep red curtain framed by garlands of marigolds and yellow flowers, with green-and-red decorated pillars and a white chair-side table holding a small framed picture. a person: the long swept-back hair, gold crown, saffron-orange clothing and ceremonial gold necklace match the appearance-based cues for the presiding teacher seated on the throne. A small devotee pedestal sits at his feet, and the platform is covered with colourful cloth.