the king/queen or sent to the mines for life.

As religious initiation

Ceremonial branding is an integral part of religious initiation for some Hindus. References to this practice can be traced in texts such as Narad Panchratra, Vaikhnasagama, Skanda Purana, etc. This practice remains prevalent among some Hindus of Karnataka in India, who brand small marks on both shoulders (for men)

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