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What is 'jutha'?

posted on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 03:02 AM

The concept of 'jutha' (in North India), 'ushtha' (in Western India), 'etho' (in Bengal, Eastern India) or 'engili' (in South India) is a common belief in India.

'Jutha' is, essentially, something that has come in contact with your mouth, your saliva or your plate while eating - something that directly or indirectly came in contact with your saliva.

It is considered extremely rude and unhygienic to offer someone your ‘jutha’ and it can only be offered to livestock or very close family/friends

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