WorldAugust 23, 2026

puja

POO-juh

Definition

A Hindu religious ritual or act of worship involving offerings, prayers, and invocations, often performed to seek divine blessing for a project or event.

Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'pūjā', which means 'reverence,' 'honor,' or 'worship,' likely evolving from a Dravidian root related to 'flower' or 'offering'.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the Hindu religious ceremonies performed by government officials at public infrastructure inaugurations, questioning their compatibility with state secularism.

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

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