According to Jainism, the main point is not the photo, but the bhāva (inner feeling) behind it.

1. Is it allowed to keep or hang photos?

- Yes, Jain scriptures do not specifically forbid keeping or hanging photos of deceased relatives. - Many Jain families keep a simple photo as a memory.

1. What should we avoid?

- Do not treat the photo like a devta / Bhagwān’s pratima. - No doing ārti, puja, dhoop–deep, tilak, naivedya, or making mannat in front of the photo. - Avoid excessive attachment and sorrow – constantly crying or clinging to the past increases moha and kashāy.

1. Correct Jain view

- The relative’s soul has already moved on to a new gati according to its own karma. - Our duty is to: - Remember their good qualities (sajjan gun-smaraṇ). - Try to follow those virtues in our life. - Do swādhyāy, prarthanā, jap, dān for our own spiritual progress, not as a “gift” being sent to them.

1. Why some families avoid such photos completely?

- To reduce moha (emotional attachment) and keep the mind more vitraag, some traditional Jain families prefer not to hang such photos at all. - This is a saudharmic niyam (personal/family discipline), not a universal rule.

Simple guideline:

• If the photo is there only as a calm, respectful memory, it is acceptable.
• If it creates worship-like feeling, strong attachment, or repeated grief, it is better not to keep or display it.