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Iddha refers to a waiting period observed by Muslim women after divorce or the death of a husband. It lasts for three menstrual cycles or until childbirth. This practice ensures clarity regarding paternity and allows for emotional healing. Iddha is rooted in Islamic law and reflects cultural values. It highlights the importance of family and social responsibility in Muslim communities.

Jain Literature as Source of knowledge of Astronomy

The Ardha-Magadhi Prakrit texts are composed of the fragments and oral traditions of the original Jain texts known...

 October 9, 2022

BUDDHISM

Early Buddhism was confined largely to India and is usually referred to as eravada Buddhism. Later Buddhism, which...

 October 9, 2022

Indian National Calendar

There are several calendars in use in India, the earliest dating back to the Hindu calendar used in...

 October 9, 2022

Development of science and technology in Ancient India

Among all the sciences, medicine was one of the most advanced in ancient India considering the fact that...

 October 9, 2022

Origin of Zero and the Decimal System

The zero was known to the ancient Indians and this knowledge spread from India to other cultures. Based...

 October 9, 2022

Great Mathematicians of Ancient India

Varahamihira lived in Ujjain and he wrote three important books: Panchasiddhan Tika, Brihat Samhita, and Brihat Jataka. The...

 October 9, 2022

Ayush Clinical Case Repository Portal (ACCR) to be launched

In a virtual event held on 27th May, 2021, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju will launch Ayush Clinical Case...

 May 28, 2021

Where is Bojjannakonda Buddhist Heritage Site?

Recently, Bojjannakonda Buddhist heritage site wore a festive look for the annual Bouddha Mela. A large number of...

 January 16, 2021

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