Ramzan Roza in Delhi on 3rd August 2012

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The Muslims are ordained to observe fast for 29 or 30 days depending with the sighting of the new moon and end it after seeing the new moon, the next month. This Fasting is called 'Roza'. It is the month for self-introspection and self-restraint, penance and prayers. The roza is broken at the end of the day eating food or snacks. This meal or snacks called the iftaar and everybody share the meal with family members, relatives and dear ones. The last 10 days of Ramzan are more important as the faithful watch for Lailathul Qadr/the Night of Power during which the revelation of the book to the Prophet was completed. In a way it is considered the climax of Ramzan and Muslims keep awake all night praying or listening to sermons by Ulema or the high priest. Fasting in the month of Ramadan is com