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Happy Dussehra to everyone celebrating!
Millions of Indians are marking the Hindu festival - which honours the god Ram's vanquishing of the 10-headed demon king Ravan, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.
Celebrations last for many days and are marked by songs, dances and large processions.
People often visit family and friends, exchange sweets and gifts, and wear traditional outfits.
Dussehra also marks the start of preparations for Diwali - a festival of lights - which is held 20 days later.
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1. A vendor arranges an effigy of the Hindu demon King Ravan in a street stall in Amritsar. Credit: Getty Images
2. Effigies of Ravan for sale on the roadside in Ajmer. Credit: Getty Images
3. Artists dressed as Rama (L) and his brother Lakshman take part in a procession to mark in the old city of Allahabad.
4. Effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkarna and others at Ramlila Ground in New Delhi. Credit: Getty Images
5. A Hindu priest performs rituals on vehicles decorated with garlands in Bangalore. Credit: Getty Images
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