Ganesha or elephant god a universally favourite god, remover of all obstacles and worshipped in the beginning of any function or auspicious occasion. There are Ganesha in various poses and forms. Five faced (Pancha mukha) , Three faced (Trimukha) , Uchishta Ganesha, Ganesha with Devi and Ganesha in dancing pose (Nardana Ganesha). Dhrishti Ganesha is in great demand now for it is believed that, one is relieved of negative forces and evil eyes, by placing this Ganesha (Facing north wards) . Apart from this there are 16 types of Ganeshas called Shodasha Ganapathi.