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Deep dives into the entities, traditions, and philosophy of the Indian folklore archive. Start with the complete creature list or go straight to the Mahabharata's greatest riddle.
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Complete List of Indian Mythological Creatures
Every entity in the archive catalogued by type — spirits, creatures, deities, elementals, undead, and guardians. The definitive reference for Indian folklore beings.
Read guide →Rakshasa vs Yaksha vs Pishacha
Three of the most documented supernatural classes in Indian mythology compared side-by-side — origins, domains, threats, moral alignment, and canonical texts.
Read guide →Yaksha Prashna — The 18 Questions of the Forest Spirit
The complete questions and answers from the Mahabharata's most celebrated philosophical episode — and why Yudhishthira's final answer is the most radical.
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Types of Yaksha in Indian Mythology
A full classification of the Yaksha class — male Yaksha, Yakshini, Kubera's treasury attendants, forest-bound territorial spirits, and the cosmic test-giver role.
All Nagas in Hindu Mythology Explained
Vasuki, Shesha, Takshaka, Manasa, Kaliya, and the Naga Kanya — every major serpent deity with their mythological role, primary texts, and regional worship traditions.
Indian Paranormal Folklore — State by State
Every region of India has a distinct supernatural tradition. From Bengal's Nishi to Kerala's Yakshi and Rajasthan's Churel — mapped and documented by state.