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Is Ashwamedha Yaga still practiced today?

No, the Ashwamedha Yaga is no longer practiced today. It was more common in ancient times, but as political boundaries and international relations changed over time, it is no longer performed.

Speaking untruth for a good purpose

In situations like saving an innocent life, during a marriage, to protect family honor, or in humorous teasing, speaking untruth is not considered wrong. Wise people say such falsehood does not break dharma. Speaking untruth for a good purpose, like protecting dharma, is not sinful.