1. Never refuse water or food to anyone, even a stranger
It is said that your ancestors usually visit your house during the Pitru Paksha, which is why you should never refuse water or food to anyone visiting your house, even a stranger.
2. Hurt animals such as cows, dogs, cats and crows
Animals particularly crows, cats and dogs are offered the Pitru prasaad after the Shraadh and this is the reason why Hindus are asked never to hurt them during the Pitru Paksh period.
3. Consume meat and meat products
Hindu scriptures also say that meat and meat products including eggs should not be consumed during the Shraadh period. Pure satvik food which is bereft of meat and even onions and garlic should be consumed by Hindus during this period. However, some people do not follow this ritual any more.
4. Cut your nails or shave
Since it is considered to be a mourning period for the dead, grooming activities such as cutting your nails, shaving your beard or cutting your hair is strictly prohibited in many households.
5. Buy new clothes, jewellery, cars and property
Many Hindus also refrain from buying anything new during this period including jewellery, new clothes, new properties and even cars! This is done in order to pay respect to the dead and also to renounce any celebration during this time.
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