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What is Duttada expected to do on his return from London?

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Duttada was expected to perform a shanti yajna on his return from London. This yajna was to be performed to pacify the supposed evil spirit behind the comet.

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Chapter 10: The Comet - 2 - Comprehension Check [Page 87]

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Chapter 10 The Comet - 2
Comprehension Check | Q 1. | Page 87

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