The concept of Dinacharya (daily routine) is rooted in Ayurveda. Waking up during the Brahma Muhurta (approximately 1.5 hours before sunrise) is considered auspicious. This is followed by bathing, which is viewed not just as hygiene, but as a purification rite. In many households, women are the custodians of the family shrine ( puja ghar ). Lighting the diya (lamp), ringing the bell, and offering prasad (food offering) to deities is a non-negotiable start to the day.