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PADMA-KĀNTA—A special type of pillar (*M.*, XV, 38). It is based on a seat (āsana), plinth or lotus (cyma). Its cornice or edge of the capital is decorated with opening buds. Its base is decorated with a bridge-like moulding (pālikā). The ornamental fillets are constructed and two aṅgulas (1½ inches) on all sides are adorned with foliage, jewels, flowers, etc. (*ibid.*, 30–37).