In Indian culture, a cushioned seat or throne, especially one used by a spiritual leader or guru; also refers to the position or authority of such a leader.
From Hindi/Urdu 'gaddī,' which comes from Persian 'gāh' (place, seat). The term carries meanings of both the physical throne and the symbolic authority that comes with it.
A 'gaddi' isn't just a seat—it represents spiritual succession in Hinduism and Sikhism, and when a guru 'takes the gaddi,' it's like ascending to a throne of religious authority that might have been held for centuries.
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