Upakarma literally means the “beginning” or the ‘action prior to’ but naturally question arises as to ‘this is a beginning of what ? It is the beginning of the study of Vedas. There are some rituals before starting the study of Vedas and this is named after Upakarma. It is observed on the day of Purnima in the month of Sravana. In different parts of India it is observed under different names. All the necessary rites & performances are prescribed under this text for the Hindus. It is found that all the three varnas, Brahmana, Kshatriyas & Vaisyas all these called ‘Dvija’ were advised to perform the ritual.