Aravan was the son of Arjuna and the Naga princess Ulupi. He was killed by the Kauravas in the Kurukshetra conflict, but according to legend, he dedicated his life to the Goddess Kali to secure the Pandavas' triumph in the war. In India, he is also known as the god of the transgender population. Aravan references can also be found in the Vishnu Purana and the Bhagavata Purana, in addition to the Mahabharata. Read More
