The Festival of Dushehra is marked by the burning of a large effigy of Ravan, the demon who sought to capture the Hindu God, Lord Krishna. The burning of Ravan marks the victory of good over evil. This festival is celebrated every year and marks a major time-based event.

 

THE FESTIVAL OF DUSHERA

 The Burning of  Ravan, the demon on the Festival of Dushera                             

 

                                                                                                Earlier, the warriors shoot the demon with fire arrows

(Source: Rajasthani Welfare Society's celebrations in Slough, Berks, England)