Lord Chitragupta चित्रगुप्त

Lord Chitragupta is the divine record-keeper of human karma — assistant to Yama (god of death). Born from Brahma penance to maintain accurate records of every human action. Foundational deity for Kayastha community (record-keeper caste). Particularly worshipped on Chitragupta Jayanti (Kartik Shukla Dwitiya, day after Bhai Dooj). Symbolises accountability + truthful record-keeping. Devotees seek protection from karmic mistakes + clarity in dharmic conduct.