Tarpanam
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Tarpanam refers to the the offerings made to an individual's ancestors accrding to the method prescribed by the vedas. This is performed by religious hindus in honour of their ancestors. It is believed that such offerings can make the dead ancestors happy and help them lead their future lives in peace. Tarpanams ar performed periodically and on specific days such as during amavasya (No moon day) ,eclipses etc.
