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bhumi

BOO-mee

Definition

A Sanskrit term referring to the Earth or ground, used in this context as part of a specific Hindu ritual ('bhumi pujan') involving the worship of the ground before starting construction.

Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'bhūmi', meaning 'earth,' 'ground,' or 'soil.' It traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root 'bhū-', which relates to being, existing, or growing.

In the news

The article uses 'bhumi pujan' to describe a religious ceremony performed on construction sites, which is cited as an example of the State engaging in Hindu practices that some argue conflict with secular constitutional principles.

Can 'Culture' Justify Religious Rituals At State Functions? Constitutional Examination Of Bhumi Pujan...

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