{"id":25481468,"date":"2021-08-23T17:39:40","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T12:09:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25481468"},"modified":"2021-08-23T17:42:52","modified_gmt":"2021-08-23T12:12:52","slug":"raksha-bandhan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/","title":{"rendered":"Raksha Bandhan 2021 &#8211; Date, History, Rituals, Quotes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3972f34c23\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3972f34c23\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#Raksha_Bandhan_2021\" >Raksha Bandhan 2021<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#Raksha_Bandhan_2021_Date\" >Raksha Bandhan 2021 Date<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#History_of_Raksha_Bandhan\" >History of Raksha Bandhan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#Raksha_Bandhan_Quotes\" >Raksha Bandhan Quotes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#Raksha_Bandhan_Rituals\" >Raksha Bandhan Rituals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#Raksha_Bandhan_Celebrations\" >Raksha Bandhan Celebrations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/raksha-bandhan\/#A_Concluding_Note\" >A Concluding Note<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The bond between a brother and sister is unmatched to any other. In a country like India, where family comes first always, the bond between a brother and sister is regarded as a sacred one. Brothers and sisters have each other&#8217;s backs from dawn until dusk in the journey of life. Regardless of the many pointless and silly fights that are inevitable in a brother-sister relationship, the love for each other is unaffected under any circumstance. This is the true beauty of a Brother- Sister bond. In order to celebrate this special bond, people observe Raksha Bandhan. On this unique day, sisters tie a talisman or amulet around their brothers wrists, known as \u201cRakhi\u201d. So, let us take a little time to appreciate the unique sibling bond of a brother and sister. Read about Raksha Bandhan 2021 in this article.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25475245\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner.png\" alt=\"GK Blogs Square Banner\" width=\"345\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner.png 345w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Square-Banner-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 345px) 100vw, 345px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raksha_Bandhan_2021\"><\/span><strong>Raksha Bandhan 2021<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To begin with, \u201cRaksha Bandhan\u201d literally means \u201cA Bond of Protection\u201d. It is also called Rakhi Purnima, Saluno, Ujjwal Silono, Rakri, Narali Purnima, Janai Purnima or simply Rakhi.\u00a0 Raksha Bandhan is a popular festival observed by the people of India to celebrate the sacred bond between a brother and a sister. It is a lifelong promise to be there for each other during the good times as well as the bad. Commonly observed by the people who believe in Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism and Buddhism, it is a religious and cultural festival. It symbolizes the importance of family ties in Indian culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On the day of Raksha Bandhan, sisters (irrespective of their ages) tie a talisman or amulet around the wrists of their brothers. This talisman, called as \u201cRakhi\u201d is a symbolic lucky charm that shoos away all the harm coming their way. In return, the brothers surprise the sisters with thoughtful gifts. They also pledge to take care of their sisters at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Ace your competitive exams with Entri! Download the App Now!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raksha_Bandhan_2021_Date\"><\/span><strong>Raksha Bandhan 2021 Date<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As per the mythology, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the last full moon day of the Hindu Calendar month Shravana. This usually falls in the months of July or August in the Gregorian calendar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Raksha Bandhan 2021 Date &#8211; 22 August, Sunday<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As per the Hindu calendar, Raksha Bandhan 2021 falls on 22nd day of August. As per the popular belief, the best time to tie Rakhi on Raksha Bandhan is during Aparahna or late afternoon. Given below are some of the auspicious mahurats or times for various rituals on Rakhsha Bandhan 2021.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rakhi Ceremony Time &#8211; 06:15 AM to 05:31 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Aparahna Mahurat &#8211;\u00a0 01:42 PM to 04:18 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bhadra End Time &#8211; 06:15 AM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bhadra Punchha &#8211; 02:19 AM to 03:27 AM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bhadra Mukha &#8211; 03:27 AM to 05:19 AM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Purnima Tithi End &#8211; 05:31 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As the date of this festival depends on the moon sightings and Hindu calendar, it is subject to change every year. However, in the upcoming years, Raksha Bandhan is ought to fall on the following dates:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Year<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Date<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2022<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">11 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thursday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2023<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">30 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wednesday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2024<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">19 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Monday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Saturday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">28 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Friday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2027<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">17 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tuesday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2028<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Saturday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2029<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">23 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thursday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2030<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">13 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tuesday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2031<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Saturday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2032<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">20 August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Friday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>To get PDF Notes on various GK Topics, Click Here !<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Raksha_Bandhan\"><\/span><strong>History of Raksha Bandhan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The history of celebrating the unique Brother-Sister bond dates back to the times of Mahabharata. The story goes like this- During a battle against King Shishupal, when Krishna\u00a0 injured his fingers while using the Sudarshanan Chakra, Draupati immediately responded by tearing a piece of cloth from her sari and tying it on Krishna\u2019s fingers to stop bleeding. This simple gesture moved Krishna greatly and he vowed to protect and care for her always like own sister.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>To get study materials on various GK Topics, Click Here !<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Significance<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The beautiful festival of Raksha Bandhan is not solely meant to be celebrated anong blood sisters and brothers. It can be celebrated to show gratitude to any individual who has a spot similar to a sibling in your heart.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here is a history behind this. When the British were keen on the policy to Divide and Rule Bengal on the basis of religion, Rabintra Nath Tagore launched a mass protest against this. As a matter of fact, he urged the muslim women in the region to tie a Rakhi to the men of other community with the aim of forming a sibling bond. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">So, on this special day, tie a Rakhi to any one who has a close connection with you and need not necessarily be a blood brother.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Get Unlimited Video Lessons on Various Topics, Click Here !<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raksha_Bandhan_Quotes\"><\/span><strong>Raksha Bandhan Quotes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In this section of the article, we have tried to collect some beautiful quotes about the equally adorable brother-sister bond from around the globe. Have a read!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero&#8221;- Marc Brown<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cSisters and brothers just happen, we don\u2019t get to choose them, but they become one of our most cherished relationships.\u201d \u2013 Wes Adamson<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cBig sisters are the crab grass in the lawn of life.\u201d \u2014 Charles M. Schulz<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cA ministering angel shall my sister be.\u201d \u2014 William Shakespeare<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cIf you have a brother or sister, tell them you love them every day \u2014 that\u2019s the most beautiful thing.\u201d \u2014 Amaury Nolasco<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0\u201cA sibling is the lens through which you see your childhood.\u201d \u2014 Ann Hood<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cSister is our first friend and second mother.\u201d \u2014 Sunny Gupta<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cSisters and brothers are the truest, purest forms of love, family and friendship, knowing when to hold you and when to challenge you, but always being a part of you.\u201d \u2014 Carol Ann Albright Eastman<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cYour parents leave you too soon and your kids and spouse come along late, but your siblings know you when you are in your most inchoate form.\u201d \u2014 Jeffrey Kluger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0\u201cOur brothers and sisters bring us face to face with our former selves and remind us how intricately bound up we are in each other\u2019s lives.\u201d \u2014 Jane Mersky Leder<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Improve your GK Score with a quick mock test, Click Here !<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raksha_Bandhan_Rituals\"><\/span><strong>Raksha Bandhan Rituals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In many regions of India, Rakhsha Bandhan is celebrated with utmost love and vigour. Peeple start preparing for the big day well in advance. Here are some of the unavoidable preparations and rituals associated with Rakhsha Bandhan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rakhi Shopping<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Girls and women who celebrate Raksha Bandhan go for Rakhi shaping many days prior itself. They put great effort and care to choose the best Rakhi that suits their brother\u2019s character and personality. Likewise, boys and men purchase gifts for their adorable sisters to be given as Rakhi gifts. Sometimes, people tend to create hand made gifts for their siblings by sacrificing their own time and efforts, showing how much it means to them. This process of Rakhi shopping is loved by all irrespective of gender and age.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rakhi Day Bath and Prayer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On the auspicious Raksha Bandhan Day, it is customary for people to take a ritualistic bath and then head for prayer along with the other members of the family. This symbolizes worshipping God in a pure state on the special day to strengthen the bond between the brother and sister.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Decorating the Rakhi Puja Thali<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Now, this is a favorite amongst the girls. They put their whole heart into decorating the Rakhi Puja Thali and make it look astonishing. All the essentials for the Rakhi puja are arranged beautifully on a big and attractive plate called \u201cThali\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Adorning the Tilak \/ Tika<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As the Raksha Bandhan Puja begins, the sister applies a tilak or tika of Kumkum on the forehead of her brother. This is a most important tradition that is followed by the Hindus across the country. It symbolises wisdom or the third eye.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rakhi Aarti<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As on all major festivals or celebrations in the Hindu Culture, Aarti is performed on the Raksha Bandhan Day also. It is basically done to eliminate any evils or harm that is bound to the way. It is also believed to keep the person away from any sort of danger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tying the Rakhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The most important ritual of the Raksha Bandhan is tying the Rakhi itself. The sister lovingly adorns the wrist of her brother with a Rakhi or a talisman. It is believed to keep the brother away from all dangers and evil things. This part of the celebration usually ends up emotional as brother and sister promise to fulfill their duties towards each other until the end of the time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Return Gifts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As the Rakhi is tied on the hands of the brother, now is the time of the exciting part. Brothers give return gifts from their lovable sisters as a token of love and gratitude for everything that their sister has done.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Subscribe to Entri to ace any competitive examination !<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raksha_Bandhan_Celebrations\"><\/span><strong>Raksha Bandhan Celebrations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Today irrespective of the religion and region, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated throughout the country. Apart from the mandatory Raksha Bandhan rituals, there are numerous possible activities that will help you to create a memorable day. Here are some of them listed out for you:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Go on a Drive<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once you are done with all the Raksha Bandhan rituals and ceremonies, why not go for a drive with your sibling? Often, siblings are the people that have seen you at the best and the worst. Take some time to open up with your brother and sister during a short and crisp drive on this special day. Speak your heart out and assure to be there for each other until the very end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Cook together<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is often said that food brings the whole family together. And yes! We know that it is said for a reason. On this special day, cook something that you both love. Do the entire process of cooking together by helping out each other and see the magic unfold eventually!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch a Movie<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you have the time, pick up a movie that aptly shows the brother- sister bond and watch it out for no particular reason! We are sure, at the end, you will reminisce about the pure bond with your brother or sister.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Engage in charity work<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What could be a better way to observe Raksha Bandhan?! When there are millions of under privileged in every nook and corner of the country, how can we tend to forget them? Pledge yourself to engage in some meaningful charity work that will help to uplift the lives of your brothers and sisters that are deprived of even the basic essentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Design a Rakhi\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are someone who loves to create or is crafty, then take some time to design a unique rakhi. Use your imagination and ideas and create a unique rakhi that best suits your brother&#8217;s personality. He will love it for sure!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25475246\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Rectangle-Banner.png\" alt=\"GK Blogs Rectangle Banner\" width=\"970\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Rectangle-Banner.png 970w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Rectangle-Banner-300x77.png 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Rectangle-Banner-768x198.png 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/GK-Blogs-Rectangle-Banner-750x193.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 970px) 100vw, 970px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Concluding_Note\"><\/span><strong>A Concluding Note<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In a true sense, sibling play a very crucial role in the lives of one another. While providing the warmth and love similar to parents they surely are meant to be life time friends. So, appreciate the little things that you do in each others lives and promise to maintain an eternal bond. Happy Raksha Bandhan to all the dear readers! Have a Great One this time!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.sng.link\/Bcofz\/yv45\/8wer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Ace your competitive exams with Entri! Download the App Now!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The bond between a brother and sister is unmatched to any other. In a country like India, where family comes first always, the bond between a brother and sister is regarded as a sacred one. Brothers and sisters have each other&#8217;s backs from dawn until dusk in the journey of life. 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