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- proper noun Hinduism The wife of Lord
Krishna . - proper noun A female
given name
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Examples
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The physical charms of the cowgirls are minimized and it is only the beauty of Rukmini which is stressed.
The Loves of Krishna in Indian Painting and Poetry W. G. Archer 1943
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As their neighbors drummed and sang songs, Rukmini held Durga up to thank the sun god for a healthy birth and ask for his blessing.
Melinda Gates: A New Vision for the Health of Women and Children Melinda Gates 2010
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KENNEDY: Eventually Rukmini began lobbying the Indian government to pay more attention to its mental health program, which she says is toothless and underfunded.
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Rukmini hasn't had much help from other quarters either, because there are few support groups or psychiatrists in India.
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Rukmini hasn't had much help from other quarters either, because there are few support groups or psychiatrists in India.
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Three months ago, I traveled to a village in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, where I met a young mother named Rukmini.
Melinda Gates: A New Vision for the Health of Women and Children Melinda Gates 2010
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According to custom, Rukmini and Durga remained in the same room after the birth.
Melinda Gates: A New Vision for the Health of Women and Children Melinda Gates 2010
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Rukmini says she can only conclude that that the government doesn't consider it a priority.
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Seven days later, Rukmini carried Durga into the light of day for a ceremony that celebrated the special bond between mother and child, called Chhathi.
Melinda Gates: A New Vision for the Health of Women and Children Melinda Gates 2010
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KENNEDY: Rukmini is educated, married to an officer in the Indian Air Force.
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