Hindu Scriptures Find No Bar on Married Women Observing Ekadashi Fast

Married women observing the Ekadashi fast have long faced social scrutiny, but spiritual leaders clarify there is no scriptural basis for restricting the practice. Hindu texts, including stories of King Ambarisha and Rukmanga, demonstrate that sincere devotion transcends marital status. Experts note that certain societal customs have over time been mistakenly treated as religious mandates. At its core, the Ekadashi fast is regarded as a practice of personal spiritual growth and deep devotion to God.