meat, eggs, or fish. This is because Navratri is a time to observe a sattvic diet, which is a vegetarian diet that excludes certain foods, such as meat, eggs, fish, onions, garlic, and mushrooms.
alcohol. Alcohol is considered to be impure and is therefore forbidden during Navratri.
cigarettes or other tobacco products. Tobacco products are also considered to be impure and are therefore forbidden during Navratri.
sexual activity. Sexual activity is considered to be impure and is therefore forbidden during Navratri.
Cut your hair or nails. Cutting your hair or nails is considered to be inauspicious during Navratri.
black or dark-colored clothing. Black and dark colors are associated with mourning and are therefore avoided during Navratri.
Attend funerals or other inauspicious events. Attending funerals or other inauspicious events is considered to be unlucky during Navratri.
Argue or fight with others. Arguing and fighting are considered to be negative activities and are therefore avoided during Navratri.
Speak lies or gossip. Speaking lies or gossip is considered to be sinful and is therefore avoided during Navratri.
Engage in any other activities that are considered to be impure or sinful. This includes activities such as gambling, stealing, and cheating.