New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) Sengol, a symbol of transfer of power ... asked Nehru about the process or ritual or tradition of handing over power in India when the country was getting independence.

Sengol is a golden sceptre is some 76 years old ... the high priest (Rajaguru) of the state would hand over a sceptre to the new king during his coronation, symbolising his assumption of regal office.

Among the highlights was the 'Sengol', a cultural symbol adopted by the government, carried reverentially by an official. In a series of proceedings held amid impressive drum rolls, the President was ...