The term 'Hindu DISCIPLE' can be broken down into two crossword solutions: 'CHELA' (5 letters) and 'Sikh' (4 letters). CHELA is a Sanskrit word meaning 'DISCIPLE' or 'SERVANT' and is used to refer to a follower of Hinduism. Sikhism is a religion founded in the 15th century in the Punjab region of India, which follows the teachings of Guru Nanak and other gurus. The followers of Sikhism are known as Sikhs, and they are considered to be disciples of Hinduism.