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Why are women who are on their periods are regarded as 'unclean' such that they are prevented in taking an actived part in rituals (Hinduism)?
I wanted to ask you about something I read - why are women who are on their periods regarded as 'unclean' in some cultures, like in Hinduism?
Menstruation has been considered a taboo and unclean topic in many cultures, especially in Hinduism. It is believed that a woman who is menstruating is impure and may bring bad luck or negative energy to certain rituals or spaces.