Karwa Chauth is celebrated as a grand festival amongst the entire North Indian community settled either in India and other parts of the world. The festival falls on the Kartik ki Chauth which means the fourth day of the wanning moon or dark fortnight of Hindu month of Kartik. According to English calendar, the month corresponds to October or November. The festival is comes about nine days before the festival of Diwali.

In India, Karwa Chauth is one of the most popular festival specially for married women. Though the festival is much popular in Northern and Western Indian states like Punjab, U.P., Delhi, Haryana, Gujarat, etc. But now the festival is known across the country for its pious rituals and reason. Inspite of being the toughest fast, Karwa Chauth is always looked forward by all the married women who observe this fast as this gives them an opportunity to wish for the long life, well being and prosperity of her husband. For a newly wed couple, the festival is celebrated with immense pomp and enthusiasm.

In Indian tradition, a Hindu marriage introduces the rights and responsibilities of husband and wife towards each other. According to a traditional Indian concept, husband is the earner and protector of the family while the wife is responsible for proper care, nurturing, education and continuity of cultural heritage of the family for future generations. A Hindu women keep various fast to show her respect and affection for her husband and pray for a healthy and prosperous marital life. Some of the most important fasting days are as follows :