Fast
Putrada Ekadashi (For getting desired offspring)
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Method This fast should be observed on Shukla Ekadashi of the month of Paush. The same fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of Shravana. The auspicious impact of both these fasts is similar. On this day ater having your bath perform......More
Parivartini /Padma Ekadashi (For increasing faith in God and fulfillment of wishes)
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By observing this fast all wishes get fulfilled. It is considered most auspicious day for worshipping Goddess Mahalaxmi. Method : This is observed on the Ekadashi of bright half of Bhadrapada. After having your bath perform Shodashopchar......More
Anant Chaturdashi (For getting unlimited auspicious results)
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By worshipping Lord Vishnu in this fast all wishes of the observer of this fast get fulfilled. All sorts of sins get eradicated. This fast is observed with the objective of attaining unlimited auspicious results in Terms of getting financial......More
Jeevatputrika Vrata (For the protection and long life of son)
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Method This fast is observed on Krishnashtami of month of Ashwin. Only those women who have sons are recommended to observe this fast. On this day Shodashopchar Puja of Lord Sun should be performed. Barley and Gram Dal should be offered in the......More
Srikrishna Janamashtami (For increasing faith in Lord Krishna and for getting prosperity)
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On this auspicious day birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated throughout the country with. lot of devotion and majority of people observe fast. According to Lord Krishna all sins get eradicated by observing this fast. It is believed that by......More
Uja Ekadashi (To get rid of Physical ailments and rebirth)
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According to Lord Krishna by observing this fast one gets rid of physical ailments, obstacles and sins of previous birth. All wishes get fulfilled and one gets rid of rebirth. . , ' , Method This fast is observed on the Ekadashi of dark half......More
Haritalika Vrata (Ladies observe this fast for getting a suitable and attractive husband and for...
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Method This fast is observed on the Tritiya of bright half of Bhadrapada. If Hasta constellation falls on this tritiya this fast becomes more significant. On this fast ladies are not supposed to eat anything. They even do not have water. In the......More
Kapardi Vinayak Vrata (For the fulfillment of wishes)
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If a person observes this fast from Shukla Chaturthi of Shravna till shukla chaturthi of Bhadrapada i.e. for one month, his all sorts of wishes get fulfilled and the observer of this fast attains all types of Siddhis. No task of him would remain......More
Apara Ekadashi (To get rid of sins and cowardice)
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This fast has inexplicable power to eradicate all sorts of sins. Method This fast is observed on the Ekadashi of dark half of Jyeshtha. Worship Lord Vishnu. Offer food to Brahmins, donate favourite articles of Lord Vishnu to Brahmins. Serve......More
Vata Savitri Vrata (This fast is observed with the desire of getting a situable husband of choice ...
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Method This fast is observed from the Trayodashi of dark half of Jyeshtha till dark Moon or till full Moon. On this auspicious fast all the ladies (unmarried, married, widow) worship the Banyan (Vata) tree. In the morning after having bath Banyan......More
Ganga Dushehra (To eradicate-the perversion of mind and to get rid of from the problem of ...
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Method This festival is celebrated on the Dashami of bright half of Jyeshtha by having bath in the river Ganges or otherwise have bath in any other river and splash few drops of the water of holy Ganges during or after bath. Worship Goddess Ganga......More
Bheemsaini Nirjala Ekadashi (To get rid of sins)
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By observing this fast one gets the ausplcious results of pilgrimage to all holy places, observing all 14 types of Ekadashi fasts, and doing all sorts of donations. By observing this fast one gets wealth, male offspring, good health and long......More
Yogini Ekadashi (This fast eradicates all sorts of sins, helps in getting liberation from the...
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Method This fast is observed on the Ekadashi of dark half of Asharh. Worship Lord Vishnu with red sandal and red flowers. Offer oblation and serve it to devotees. After worshipping offer food to Brahmins and read Yogini Ekadashi Vrata Katha. ...More
Gurupurnima Nyas Purnima (For showing respect, faith and devotion towards Guru (teacher)
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According to Hindu religion the place of Guru is above all. In Shatrik texts it is clearly mentioned that Guru is Bramha, Vishnu and Mahesh. According to Kabir our Guru is above God. ' On the day of Gurupoornima it is very auspicious to......More
Devashayani /Harishayani Ekadashi (for fulfillment of wishes, gain of wealth and eradication of ...
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Method This fast is observed with the intention of propitiating Lord Vishnu on the Ekadashi of bright half of Asharh. In the evening worship Lord Vishnu. Avoid indulgence into sexuality, telling lies, and having food and salt on this day. Offer......More
Nav Samvatsar Pratipada (For making your new year auspicious for you)
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According to Hindu calendar the Pratipada of bright half of the month of Chaitra is considered the first day of new Vikrami Samvat. New Year begins on this day. According to Sri Bramhapurana Bramhaji considered this day as most auspicious and......More
Gangaur IGauri Tritiya : (This fast is observed by ladies for getting food luck)
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This fast is traditionally observed by ladies of Rajasthan with the objective of getting blessings for the long life of their husbands. This is the special festival of girls and married woman. On this day they Lord Shiva had given the boon to......More
Arundhati Vrata (To get rid of early widowhood)
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This fast is generally observed in South Indian states to avoid early widowhood. Method According to Skandapurana this fast starts from the Pratipada of bright half of Hindi month Chaitra and continues for 3 days till Tritiya. After having bath......More
Naag Panchami (To abstain from snake bite)
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It is believed that by observing this fast and by worshipping snake God( Naag devta) on this day he gets pleased and gives his blessings to his devotees. If one observes this fast his next seven generations won't have the fear of snake bite.......More
Rishi Panchami (To get rid of Physical, verbal and mental sins)
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It is believed that by observing this fast one gets rid of materialistic, supernatural, and spiritual sorrows or troubles. Sins get eradicated. Juvenility of a woman remains intact by observing this fast. She enjoys all sorts of comforts,......More
Paaprnoachanl Ekadashi (To-get rid of sins)
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By doing this fast one gets rid -of all sorts of sins. Method This fast is done on the Ekadashi of dark half of chaitra. After having fast one should worship Lord Vishnu with 16 auspicious articles. Offer oblation to Sriharivishnu and give food......More
Buddhawar Vrata (This fast is observed for acquiring education, intelligence, health, prosperity ...
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The deity of this fast enhances the education, communication skills and intelligence of the devotee. Mercury is known as prince of planets. If a person observes 128 fasts on Wednesdays continuously he becomes very intelligent, influential and......More
Brihaspatlwar Vrata : (For the acquisition of reputation, wealth and prosperity)
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This fast is observed for getting the blessings of Guru of Gods. By observing this fast all planets gets propitiated. By observing this fast one can- acquire money, wealth, reputation, glory, position, status, education, intellect, sons and grand......More
Shaniwar Vrata Katha (For appeasing Saturn, overcoming obstacles and to get rid of malefic ...
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This fast is done to appease Saturn. When Saturn is badly placed in one's horoscope lots of obstacles in accomplishing all sorts of tasks intervene. When Saturn is favourable one gets rid of all sorts of sins, obstacles, diseases and troubles......More
Sankasht Sri Ganesh Chaturthi (To overcome Crisls)
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According to Bhavishyapurana whenever a person gets into big trouble, danger or crisis he/she should do this fast. It is considered to be highly auspicious and by doing it one not only gets rid of troubles but his all sorts of wishes also get......More
Kamika Ekadashi (To get rid of the sins like assassination of Brahmin, foeticide and to abstain ...
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It is believed that by observing this fast one gets rid of all sorts of sins and sorrows. Desires are fulfilled and one also gets male offspring. . Method This fast is observed on the Ekadashi of dark half of month of Shravana. On this day after......More
Kokila Vrata (This fast is observed for the prosperity of the family, beauty and getting capable ...
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It is believed that ladies become fortunate for next seven lives by observing this fast and they enjoy Pleasures, good luck and prosperity. Ahilya and Goddess Sita had also observed this fast. Arundhati, Rukmani and Damyanti had also observed......More
Mangalwar Vrata (For acquiring courage and power to win over enemies).
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The deity of this fast is Mangal (Mars) who is God of power, war and courage. He eradicates fear and enemies. By doing this fast poverty gets eradicated. Problems like blood pressure get cured. All worldly desires get gratified like gain of son,......More
Somwar Vrata : (This fast is done by ladies for their good luck, for getting desired offspring and...
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According to Bhavishya Purana all fasts and the pilgrimages of this world cannot even touch the glory of one sixteenth division of this Somvaar Vrata. People who worship Lord Shiva on Monday succeed in gratifying their all types of wishes. This......More
Akshay Tritiya (For appeasinq the deceased ancestors and getting gl6ry)
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It is considered most auspicious day for appeasing the spirits of ancestors and for getting unlimited glory. It is considered most auspicious day because whatever auspicious activities and charities are performed on this day do not go in vain.......More
Mohini Ekadashi (For the attainment of good luck and eradication of sins and sorrows)
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Once Lord Rama asked sage Vashishta that he wants to know that which fast is most superior in the world and by observing which all the sins and sorrows get eradicated. Sage Vashishta said that by observinq Mohini Ekadahsi all sorts of sins get......More
Kamada Ekadashi (To get rid of sins)
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According to Hindu mythology no other Ekadashi is as auspicious as Kamada Ekadashi. This is the first Ekadashi of year. By fasting on this day all wishes get fulfilled and one gets rid of all types of sins. Method This fast comes on the......More
Raviwar Vrata - (For acquiring glow, power and glory like Sun)
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Raviwar Vrata - (For acquiring glow, power and glory like Sun) The deity of this fast is Lord Sun. This is observed to appease him so that one acquires all pleasures of this world. By doing this fast one's reputation gets enhanced and......More
Shukrawar Vrata : (For propitiation of planets, fulfillment of desires and longevity of son)
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This fast is observed for appeasing Venus because with the favour of this planet one becomes erudite, learned, best speaker, politician and a successful industrialist. In addition to that it also enhances your education, intellect and prosperity.......More
Indira Ekadashi Vrata (Forthe peace and satiation of deceased ancestors and for their redemption)
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This fast is most auspicious for the eradication of sins and redemption of deceased ancestors. Method This fast is observed on the Krishna Ekadashi of the month of Ashwin. On the day of Dasami after having bath show lot of devotion towards......More
Papankusha Ekadashi (To destroy sins)
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By worshipping Lord Padamnabha on this day one's wishes get fulfilled. One attains good health, wealth and beautiful woman. Nothing is more sacred than this Ekadashi. Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of the month of......More
Sharad Poornima (For the fulfillment of wishes and for the protection of children)
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According to astrologer full Moon of Shrad Poornima is most powerful Moon of the year, so, on this day fast should be observed and different Gods and Goddesses should be worshipped. Method This fast is observed on the Poornima of bright half......More
Navratri /Durga Pujan Vrata (For worshipping Goddess Durga and getting peace, prosperity and ...
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Method Navratri festival is worshipped thrice in a year. First one starts from the Shukla Pratipada of Chaitra and continues till Navami similarly 2nd Navratri festival starts from Shukla Pratipada of Ashwin and continues till Navami. According......More
Karwa Chauth (For the long life of husband)
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Method This fast is observed on the Krishna Chaturthi of the month of Kartik. Women can not drink even water on this day. On this day Lord Shiva, Parvati, Kartikeya, Moon and Gaura are worshipped by performing Shodashopchar Puja. All Shringar......More
Ahoi Ashtami (For the long life of Son)
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Method Establish Kalash. Keep one calendar of Ahoi Ashtami Puja in front of you and read Ahoi Ashtami Vrata Katha. Offer oblation of Kheer and have food only once on that day. ...More
Rama Ekadashi (For the eradjcation of sins and attainment of good luck)
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Method This fast is observed on the Krishna Ekadashi of the month of Kartik. On this day after having bath Shodashopchar Puja of Lord Krishna should be performed. Naivedya (oblation) should be offered to God and served among devotees. Use butter......More
Dhan Teras (For long and healthy life)
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Method This festival is celebrated on the Krishna Trayodashi of the month of Kartik. On this day Lord Dhanvantri should be worshipped and Dhan Teras Vrata Katha should be read. Have food only once in the evening. It is considered auspicious to......More
Narak Chaturdashi (For pleasing Lord Yamraj)
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Method This fast is observed to abstain from the tortures of hell. On this day Lord Yamraj, Lord Krishna, Goddess Laxmi, Ganga and Durga can also be worshipped. This is considered an auspicious day for Mantra Siddhi also. Have food only once and......More
Deepawali /Laxmi Pujan (For the attainment of Riddhi, Siddhi, Wealth and Prosperity)
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According Devraj Indra Goddess Laxmi is Riddhi, Siddhi, Buddhi and Mukti Pradatri means she bestows wealth, intelligence, success, salvation, Mantra Siddhi and power. She is the basis of Yogashakti, therefore nothing can be achieved without her......More
Festival of Suryopasna :Chhat Parva (For getting issues)
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This festival is specially celebrated in Bihar, Lord Sun is worshipped on this day. Method Don't have food during 24 hours of fasting stand in water and offer Arghya to Sun. In the river people light lots of lamps in beautiful rows. They......More
Bheesham Panchak Vrata (For the eradication of sins and for getting an increase in the number of...
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This fast.starts from Shukla Ekadashi of the month of Kartik and continue till Poomima. Method On this day the observer of this fast should stay away from all sins and should wear beautiful and neat and clean clothes after having bath.......More
Devothani Ekadashi (Forthe completion of auspicious deeds and for getting brave sons)
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I This is considered most auspicious fast and lots of songs have been sung for describing the matcheless glory of this fast. Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of the month of Kartik. This fast is also known as Pr:.abodhini......More
Baikunth Chaturdashi Vrata (For getting salvation and for reaching heaven)
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Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Chaturdashi of the month of Kartik. Shukla Chaturdashi is celebrated by having bath in a river on this day. At night when stars start shining 14 lamps should be lit on the bank of river. Worship Lord......More
Bhairava Ashtami (For getting good luck and for appeasing deceased ancestors)
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One who performs this fast attains all sorts of pleasures and prosperity. His all wishes get fulfilled. This fast was observed by Lord Ganesha,Vishnu, Yama, Moon, and Lord Kuber. By observing this fast Lord Vishnu got married to Laxmi. Kings......More
Utpanna Ekadashi (For developing purity in life and for the welfare of man)
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According to Lord Krishna this Utpanna Ekadashi Tithi is matchless in the eradication of all sorts of sins. A person who observes fast on this day develops an interest in religion. Religion brings you closer to truth and truth helps one in the......More
Mokshada Ekadashi (For the eradication of sins and getting salvation)
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By doing this fast one does not become the victim of cycle of rebirth, his all sorts of sins get eradicated and he attains salvation. Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of the month of Margsheersh. On this day after having......More
Safala Ekadashi (For getting success and for the fulfillment of your desires)
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This Ekadashi is considered most auspicious. By observing this fast one succeeds in accomplishing all tasks. It is believed that the result of chanting in the night of Safala Ekadashi is equivalent to strenuous asceticism performed continuously......More
Putrada Ekadashl (For getting desired offspring)
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Method This fast should be observed on Shukla Ekadashi of the month of Paush. The same fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of Shravana. The auspicious impact of both these fasts is similar. On this day ater having your bath perform......More
Makar Sankranti (This fast of Lord Sun is observed to get rid of troubles and to abstain from the ...
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It is believed that Yashoda donated beetel (paan) on this day and as a result of it she got most capable son as Lord Krishna. It is considered most auspicious day for donation. Even Greeks and Romans consider it as a great day of donation. This......More
Shadtila Ekadashi (For the eradication of poverty, gaining good luck, money, wealth and prosperity)
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Six types of sesamum seeds are used in this Ekadashi therefore, it is known as Shadtila Ekadashi. By observing this fast all sorts of sins get eradicated and life becomes comfortable, full of happiness, money, wealth, good clothes, Gold. One......More
Jaya Ekadashi (For the eradication of poverty, sorrow and trouble)
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This Ekadashi is considered sacred Ekadashi. People who worship Lord Vishnu on this day their all sins get eradicated. Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of the month of Magha. Don't bring any bad or negative thoughts in......More
Achala Saptami/ Saur Saptami (For the eradication of sins and for the emancipation of souls)
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This fast is observed to please Lord Sun. This fast results in the fulfillment of your desires. Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Saptami of the month of Magha. On the day of Shasti one should have food only once and start......More
Vijaya Ekadashi (For acquiring purity of mind and victory)
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Method This fast is observed on the Krishna Ekadashi of the month of Phalgun. On this day after having your bath wear clean clothes. Put 7 grains on the floor and establish Kalash (pitcher) on this. Pour some barley on a pot and place it on the......More
Mahshivaratri Vrata (for the eradication of sins and getting blessings of Lord Shiva)
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Kashmiri Pandits celebrate Mahashivaratri continuously for 16 days, The auspicious ceremony of the marriage of Lord Shiva and Parvati is celebrated for 4 days. This fast is matchless in its power of eradicating all types of sins. This fast was......More
Aanwal Ekadashi (To get victory over enemies and to get rid of sorrows)
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It is believed that Lord Vishnu stays in the tree Emblic Myrobalam (Amla) that is why Lord Vishnu is worshipped in this tree on the day of Ekadashi. After this Ekadashi the holy festival of Holi also gets started. Method This fast is......More
Parama Ekadashi (For the peace of deceased ancestors and to get rid of cycle of rebirth)
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The name of this Ekadashi is parama Ekadashi because few desire remain unfulfilled by observing this fast. Method This fast is observed on the Krishna Ekadashi of Adhikmaas. On this day Lord Vishnu should be worshipped by reading Vishnu......More
Padmini Ekadashi (For the eradication of sins)
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By observing this fast all sorts of sins, enemies and fears get eradicated. All desires are fulfilled and one becomes happy, fortunate and prosperous. Method This fast is observed on the Shukla Ekadashi of Adhikmaas. Abstain from vices on......More
Pradoash Vrata (For the fulfillment of wishes and blessings of Lord Shiva)
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There are 7 types of Pradoash Vratas Ravi Pradoash For the attainment of prosperity, good health and longevity. Som Pradoash Fulfilment of wishes and attainment of auspicious results. Mangal Pradoash Attainment of good health,......More
Solar /Lunar Eclipse (For Mantra Siddhi)
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Method On this day during eclipse one should not have food at all. Perform Yajna, worship Gods and do meditation. Chanting of Bhajans is considered very auspicious. Avoid food, water and sexuality completely. Recite your favourite Mantra after......More
Srisatyanarayan Vrata (Mental peace, prosperity and devotion towards religion)
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According to Shastrik texts is a universal truth. It means truth only conquers not lie. The objective of observing this fast is to increase devotion towards religion and to attain truth. One who accepts truth as a form of God definitely gets......More