Answer

In Jain tradition, the Navkar Mantra is meant to be recited in its original, respectful order. Doing “ulta Navkar” is not a standard or recommended Jain practice.

Explanation

People may do it for different reasons, such as:

• curiosity or misunderstanding
• trying to memorize the mantra in a different way
• following a personal belief or folk practice
• hearing about it from others without proper knowledge

But from the Jain point of view, the Navkar Mantra is sacred. Its power and meaning are in its pure, correct recitation with devotion and reverence. Reversing it does not have an accepted spiritual purpose in mainstream Jain practice.

Spiritual Understanding

The Navkar Mantra is not just words; it is an expression of deep respect for the Panch Parmeshthi. In Jain Dharma, the emphasis is on:

• right faith
• right knowledge
• right conduct
• pure intention

So the mantra should be chanted with humility and proper understanding, not as a reversed or experimental form.

Takeaway

If someone says “ulta Navkar,” it is generally not a Jain scriptural practice. The proper way is to recite the Navkar Mantra in its original form, with devotion and correct pronunciation.