Chhatra
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In the context of Hinduism, chhatra, that is the parasol umbrella, is one of the insignia of royalty and power. According to Hindu mythology, it is the emblem of Varuna, also considered an embodiment of kingship. A number of other deities also are depicted with Chhattra, and they include Revanta, Surya, and Vishnu (in his Vamana avatar).
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- Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend (ISBN 0-500-51088-1) by Anna Dallapiccola
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