Answer

For Porsi, generally water is not taken after sunset.

Porsi means observing the vow of not eating or drinking for a fixed period after sunrise, but in Jain practice, the rule of not consuming food or water after sunset is also observed separately as part of avoiding night consumption.

Explanation

If someone has completed Porsi during the day, they may take food or water only within the permitted daytime period. Once sunset has occurred, Jain discipline generally avoids:

• Food
• Water
• Juice or other drinks

So, between sunset and 12 midnight, water is generally not allowed if one is following Jain rules strictly.

Spiritual Understanding

Jain Dharma discourages eating or drinking after sunset because of greater possibility of harming subtle living beings and because it supports self-control, alertness, and restraint.

Takeaway

For strict Jain observance, do not drink water after sunset, even if it is before 12 midnight.