mangalsutras

Definition

A necklace traditionally worn by married Hindu women as a symbol of their marital status and commitment.

Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit words 'mangala' (holy or auspicious) and 'sutra' (thread), the term refers to the sacred thread tied by a groom around the bride's neck during a wedding ceremony.

In the news

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