Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is a festival that falls on the full moon day of Shrawan month according to the Eastern Calander. It is celebrated among Hindus residing all around the world. According to the different geographical locations, it is called by different names as well. In the hilly regions of Nepal, it is celebrated as Janai Purnima. Similarly, in the Terai region and the northern parts of India, it is celebrated as Rakhi.

The meaning behind each of these days is also different to some degree as is evident from the name itself. Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi is mainly celebrated by the Brahmins who belong to the higher casts that are Brahmin and Kshtriyas in India and Nepal. But, coming to this day, it is celebrated by everyone who knows the meaning behind it. Discussed below are the ways in which Janai Purnima and Rakhi are celebrated throughout the Hindu community all around the world and how each have their own unique characteristics.