Maha Kali, often simply referred to as Kali, is a prominent goddess in Hinduism, representing time, change, and destruction. She is typically depicted with a fierce appearance, adorned with a necklace of skulls and a tongue sticking out, symbolizing the destruction of evil and ignorance. Maha Kali is considered a powerful force of transformation, helping devotees overcome obstacles and fears. Worshipped primarily in Shaktism, a tradition that focuses on the divine feminine, Maha Kali is revered as a mother figure who protects her followers. Her festivals, such as Kali Puja, celebrate her strength and compassion, emphasizing the balance between creation and destruction in the universe.