Ceremonies

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Churrack Pooja, Calcutta, 1896

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Charak Puja, Calcutta, 1848

Suttee
Suttee : Preparing for the Immolation of a Hindoo Widow, 1826


Proclamation of the Queen’s rule in India, Calcutta 1st November, 1858

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Muhurram procession through a crowded Calcutta street, c1912


Durga Puja Festival in a Wealthy Household, 1809


Durga Puja Festival In An Upscale Calcutta House, 1840


Military Parade on the Esplanade, c1858


Visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Calcutta, 1912

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