Rakshasutra or Kalava is considered a factor of happiness and prosperity in Hinduism. It is believed that tying it on the wrist maintains positivity. Rules for wearing and removing Kalava have also been mentioned in the Vedic tradition.

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In Hinduism, red and yellow coloured Kalava, Rakshasutra, or Mauli are used during worship or religious rituals, etc. This tradition has been going on for centuries in Indian culture. Tying it on the hand during worship is also considered auspicious.
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In astrology, the red and yellow colour of Kalava is related to Mars and Jupiter. The red colour of Kalava increases energy and prosperity. Whereas the yellow colour protects and helps in progress.
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There are some rules for tying and removing Kalava. Like after how many days of tying Kalava should it be removed? What should be done after removing Kalava. If the rules are not followed, the auspicious effect of Kalava can be reduced.
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Astrologer Anish Vyas says that the positive effect of Kalava ends after 21 days. Therefore, Kalava should be removed from the wrist after 21 days and then you can tie a new Kalava on the wrist again in any auspicious time.
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Many people keep Kalava tied on their wrists for months or tie a new Kalava on top of the old Kalava, which is not appropriate. If Kalava is tied on the hand for more than 21 days, it starts having negative effects.
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Kalava is made of raw cotton and is easily found in nature. Therefore, after 21 days, instead of removing Kalava from your wrist and throwing it in an impure place, bury it in the soil of a pot.
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