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- A golden sceptre called 'Sengol' would be installed at a prominent spot in the new Parliament building.
- It was presented to Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first prime minister, as a symbol of the transfer of power from the British.
- The word 'Sengol' is believed to have been derived from the Tamil word 'semmai', which refers to excellence.
- It was believed that Nehru sought the advice of C Rajagopalachari, the last Governor-General of India for this.
- It was believed that Rajaji suggested the use of the 'Sengol'.
- It was believed that he was inspired by the Chola dynasty, where a similar ceremony was held to transfer power between kings.
- The 'Sengol' was crafted by Vummidi Bangaru Chetty of Madras.

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