'Karwa Chauth' is a ritual of fasting observed by married Hindu women seeking the longevity, well-being and prosperity of their husbands. It’s mostly celebrated by married women in the northern and western parts of India. Karva Chauth comes nine days before Diwali on 'kartik ki chauth'. Right before this festival, markets are buzzing with women buying bangles, cosmetics, new clothes, clay pots etc for the festival. Another tradition associated with this festival is that of applying Henna on...
