For a vast majority of Indian women, the day begins before sunrise. This period, known as Brahma Muhurta , is considered auspicious. The lifestyle is often structured around a spiritual rhythm. After bathing, many women light a diya (lamp) in the family temple or kitchen. The rituals vary by region—Bengali women might sing bhajans , while a Marathi woman might draw a Rangoli (colored powder art) at the doorstep.