The name Dussehra is derived from the Sanskrit phrase Dash Hara, which in English means "the defeat of the Sun.
The name Dussehra is derived from the Sanskrit phrase Dash Hara, which in English means "the defeat of the Sun." Hindu scriptures claim that the Sun would never have risen again if Lord Rama had not vanquished Ravana.
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