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Discus (Chakra)
The discus, known as the “Chakra” in Sanskrit, is a symbolic weapon associated with Lord Vishnu in Hindu mythology.
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Who was Siddhartha Gautama?
Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, was a spiritual leader whose teachings established Buddhism, a major world religion.