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जदुराज

noun

जदुराज meaning in English

A traditional Indian head ornament or crown, often worn by royalty or in classical dance.

Detailed Explanation

Jaduraj (also spelled Jadauraj or Jada Raj) refers to a specific type of traditional headgear or crown in Indian culture. It is historically associated with royalty, deities, and classical dance forms such as Bharatanatyam or Kathak. The term can also refer to a decorative hair ornament or a specific style of topknot (jadoo) adorned with jewels or flowers, symbolizing status and elegance in classical Indian aesthetics.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is often used in the context of classical Indian arts and historical royalty. It may be confused with 'Jada' (a lock of hair) or 'Jadau' (a jewelry technique), but 'Jaduraj' specifically denotes the head ornament or crown structure.

Example Sentences

राजा ने सिर पर जदुराज पहना।
The king wore the jaduraj on his head.
नर्तकी के जदुराज में हीरे चमक रहे थे।
The diamonds in the dancer's jaduraj were sparkling.