Facts About Raksha Bandhan

• Raksha Bandhan is also known as the "Festival of the Brother's Promise."
• The festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Shravan month in the Hindu calendar.
• The tradition of Raksha Bandhan is believed to have originated in ancient India, where brothers used to tie a thread around their sisters' wrists as a symbol of protection.
• Raksha Bandhan is not just a festival, but also a day of mutual respect and care between brothers and sisters.
• During the festival, brothers tie a thread called " Rakhi" around their sisters' wrists, which is a symbol of their love and protection.
• Raksha Bandhan is also a day of giving gifts, especially to sisters, and is considered an auspicious day for marriage proposals.
• The festival is celebrated in many parts of India, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.