Word: chidanand
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Dates: during 1951-1951
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...peace conferees were 50 naked, ash-covered monks of the Naga sect. At a great parade during which thousands of enthusiastic Indians showered the holy men with petals and rose water, the Nagas at first wore loincloths, obeying police orders against nudity, but many soon discarded them. Explained Shivan Chidanand Gir, leader of the Nagas, a college graduate and ex-army officer: "For us, even the smallest shred of clothing hinders concentration and meditation...