Why Is Ravana Worshipped in Some Parts of India Instead of Being Burned on Dussehra?
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Every year, on Dussehra, an effigy of Ravana is burned. However, there are some places in India where Ravana is not burned, but instead, the ten-headed demon is worshipped. This is due to local history, religious beliefs, and age-old beliefs.
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