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The Prevalance of Superstition and its Adverse Effect on Indian Society

Beliefs and superstitions are whirling the minds of people since times unknown. They might be silly and ridiculous for some but are a matter of grave concern for others. No matter how technologically advanced we have become in this 21 st century, the practice of superstitions is still widespread in this whole world. The beliefs are more firmly advocated by the families when they are about to begin any auspicious work or are commencing on a journey. The bad omen of being crossed by a black cat, the whining of dogs at night, eye twitching or hiccups are some of the superstitions that people strongly believe in and fear that something bad might happen with them in the future. The youth culture of the nation is not much habitual with its practice but these beliefs are somehow being inherited from our forefathers and cannot be neglected altogether. Bound by family and society, we somehow have to adhere to their wishes and seek their advice on the matter. Indian so