Goddess Saraswati is the Goddess of learning and school kids as well as collegians are her devoted followers because she is the one who can bless you with knowledge. Obviously, practically all schools in Bengal worship her sincerely.
She has a majestic swan for company and a musical instrument also with her apart from a pile of books – these are the symbols of her reach. Not just books but students, especially, the girls must also be experts in music.
The day is known as Basant Panchami and students keep fast till the pujas are over – then only they break their fast by taking a bite of a mango flower called ‘mukul’ and taste the green plum called ‘kul’ for the first time in the season.
Interestingly, the Saraswati puja is a family affair because practically every household performs its own puja even though the schools arrange their own.
Moreover, the day has a special significance because on this day, it is forbidden to touch and pen or pencil or even open any book because these are placed at the feet of the goddess to get her blessings. The ultimate objective was to please the Goddess so that she would ensure that her devotee gets good marks in exams. (to be continued …)
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