Answer

Yes, in many Jain households, sooji/rava may be eaten during Paryushan if it is freshly checked and prepared according to your family’s Jain rules.

However, some people avoid sooji during Paryushan because it can sometimes contain tiny insects or impurities if it is old or not properly stored.

Explanation

During Paryushan, Jains follow extra care in food to reduce harm to living beings. So for sooji:

• Use fresh sooji.
• Check it carefully before cooking.
• Avoid using very old or stored sooji.
• Prepare it fresh and avoid keeping cooked food for long.
• Follow your family, guru, or sangh maryada, because practices may differ.

If your family follows stricter Paryushan rules, they may avoid sooji completely.

Spiritual Understanding

The main purpose of Paryushan food discipline is not only “what to eat,” but to increase jiv daya, self-control, simplicity, and awareness.

Takeaway

You can eat sooji during Paryushan only if your tradition permits it and it is fresh, clean, and carefully checked. If unsure, it is better to avoid it or ask your family/guru.