Hindu calendar

The Hindu calendar is a traditional lunar-solar system used to determine religious events, festivals, and auspicious timings. It combines lunar months based on moon phases with solar years to keep dates aligned with seasons. Months typically follow lunar cycles, while intercalary months are added to stay synchronized with the solar year. The calendar also assigns specific days for festivals and rituals, often based on astrology and lunar positions. Variations exist across regions, but overall, it harmonizes lunar and solar movements to structure religious and cultural life in Hindu tradition.