Metamorphosing Raksha Bandhan

Like every other thing our festivals are changing in terms of celebrations, shopping, gifts and recipes. But it doesn’t mean that we have forgotten our traditions, we still follow them though with a slight change. Eventually we have landed up in a modern era which brings new things for us. On this Rakhi fest let’s see what we have in category as Old vs. Modern:

Old Tradition vs. Modern Tradition

Earlier sisters use to keep fast on this day and broke it only after tying Rakhi to their brother. The whole family gathers to witness this grand fiesta. However today everything is quite same except the fast. Not many girls keep it for brothers and simply perform Aarti.

Old Rakhi Types vs. Modern Rakhi Types

Kalawa was used as Rakhi from the past or we can say no particular Rakhi type’s existed. But today sisters seek for the best Rakhi for their brothers. That’s why marketers have come up with hundreds of varieties to choose from like Pearl rakhi, Gold rakhi, Morpankhi rakhi and bracelet rakhi.


Old Recipes vs. Modern Recipes

Various Home-made Dishes made up of Rive and Panner have dominated in every festival and Rakhi is not an exception. People used to make it in every happy moment. But now dishes like Banana Cutlet, Pancakes, Tamarind rice and sugar free sweets have taken their place.

Old Panchang vs. Modern Panchang

Yesteryear is filled with examples where people flocked to Pandits to know the right Muhurat to tie Rakhi. Gradually they move to a Panchang calendar to suffice their need. And now at this stage they prefer digital Panchang to look for the rest.  

Old Wishing Methods vs. Modern Wishing Methods

Earlier people used to send letters to places where they can’t travel easily. Then they did it by Telephones and now this era uses lots more like Mobiles, Social networking sites, SMS and ringtones. 

Resource : - http://www.indiangiftguru.com/72/category/Rakhi/