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  1. Feb 10, 2022 · Many Hindu women wear the Ghoonghat or the Ghungta–which emanates from the Sanskrit word, Avagunthana–in India. Purda was prevalent even during Valmiki’s Ramayana. The practice, which signifies “seclusion of women,” “had assumed the form of a recognized social custom.”

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    A ghoonghat (ghunghat, ghunghta, ghomta, orhni, odani, laaj, chunari, jhund, kundh) is a headcovering or headscarf, worn primarily in the Indian subcontinent, by some married Hindu, Jain, and Sikh women to cover their heads, and often their faces.

  3. Feb 21, 2022 · Since the Hijab controversy of Karnataka is going on, let us explore the logistics of another head covering – the ghoonghat. A ghoonghat is a head covering or headscarf, worn primarily in the Indian subcontinent, by some married Hindu, Jain, and Sikh women to cover their heads, and often their faces.

  4. Apr 8, 2014 · The ghungat, yet another symbol of Indian history, in a way retells the story of the various invasions of India. It is yet another custom that got left behind, and is still practiced long after the invaders have left . The practice of the ghungat is said to have come about during the Muslim invasions of India.

  5. Feb 9, 2022 · The issue of Hijab ban in Karnataka schools and colleges has now snowballed into a major controversy with political parties including the BJP, Congress and others looking to derive mileage ahead...

  6. Feb 9, 2022 · Karnataka hijab controversy: Whether it is a bikini, a 'ghoonghat', a pair of jeans or a 'hijab', it is a woman's right to decide what she wants to wear, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra...

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  8. Sep 1, 2023 · A ghoonghat is a veil worn by brides, especially in the northern regions of India, imparting an enigmatic beauty that embodies tradition, modesty, and allure. With its deep-rooted history, the ghoonghat is an integral part of Indian culture.