Answer

Yes, banana is generally allowed during Paryushan, if it is fresh, properly washed, and eaten according to your family’s or sect’s rules.

Explanation

In Jain food discipline, banana is commonly treated as an acceptable fruit because it is not a root vegetable and does not require uprooting the plant.

However, during Paryushan, many people follow stricter rules such as:

• Eating only once or twice a day
• Avoiding green vegetables
• Avoiding fruits after certain times
• Following boiled water rules
• Doing fasting, Ekasana, Beasana, Ayambil, or Upvas

So whether banana is allowed also depends on the specific vow or tapasya you are observing.

Spiritual Understanding

Paryushan is a time for self-control, simplicity, forgiveness, and purification of the soul. The main focus is not just whether one food item is allowed, but whether our eating supports restraint, awareness, and non-violence.

Takeaway

Banana is generally acceptable in Paryushan, but if you are following a specific tapasya or family tradition, it is best to follow that discipline or ask your Guru/Bhagwant or local Jain elder.