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karsevak

(India, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism) A person who freely offers their service to a religious cause; particularly in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism.

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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(India, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism) A person who freely offers their service to a religious cause; particularly in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism.

The karsevaks built a new shelter to protect homeless people.
Origin: , in turn from + service done with devotion. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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