Which of following is the most auspicious sawa (date & time/mafuurat) for marriages in Rajasthan? 

The Correct answer is Akha Teej.

Key Points

• Akha Teej, also known as Akshaya Tritiya, is considered the most auspicious day for marriages in Rajasthan and other parts of India.
• The term "Akshaya" translates to "never diminishing" in Sanskrit, symbolizing eternal prosperity and success.
• It is believed that any good deed or ritual performed on this day brings long-term prosperity and happiness.
• In Rajasthan, this day is highly celebrated for mass marriages, especially in rural areas, as it is considered free from the need to consult an astrologer for an auspicious time.
• Akha Teej generally falls in the Hindu month of Vaishakha (April-May) and is also marked by religious rituals, charity, and the purchase of gold as a sign of wealth and good fortune.
• It is also known for its historical significance, as it is believed to be the day when the Mahabharata was dictated by Ved Vyasa to Lord Ganesha.
• The day is widely observed across India but holds particular cultural significance in regions like Rajasthan, where it is intertwined with local traditions and customs.

Additional Information

• Sharad Purnima
  • Sharad Purnima is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin (September-October).
  • It is believed to be a day when the moon showers its cooling rays, and it is celebrated with Kheer (sweet rice pudding), which is left under the moonlight to absorb the lunar energy.
  • This day is associated with the Raas Leela of Lord Krishna and is significant for spiritual rituals rather than marriages.
• Karva Chauth
  • Karva Chauth is a one-day festival celebrated by married women for the long life and prosperity of their husbands.
  • It falls on the fourth day after the full moon in the Hindu month of Kartik (October-November).
  • While it is an important festival in northern India, it is not considered an auspicious day for conducting marriages.
• Nirjala Ekadashi
  • Nirjala Ekadashi is observed on the 11th lunar day of the Hindu month of Jyeshtha (May-June).
  • It is one of the most sacred Ekadashis, where devotees fast without consuming food and water to seek blessings from Lord Vishnu.
  • While it is spiritually significant, it is not traditionally associated with marriages.