Answer

Yes, maida puri can generally be eaten in Ekasnu if it is prepared according to Jain dietary rules and the specific niyam you are following.

Explanation

In Ekasnu, the main rule is to eat only once in a day, usually in one sitting. Maida itself is a grain-based flour, so it is not automatically prohibited in Ekasnu.

However, you should check:

• It should not contain forbidden ingredients like onion, garlic, potato, root vegetables, eggs, or non-Jain additives.
• It should be freshly prepared and suitable for your religious practice.
• If you have taken a stricter niyam, such as avoiding fried food, processed flour, or certain grains, then maida puri should be avoided.
• Some families or traditions may follow stricter rules during tapasya, so follow your guru, family, or sangh practice.

Spiritual Understanding

The purpose of Ekasnu is not only limiting food but also practicing self-control, simplicity, and reduction of attachment to taste. Even if maida puri is allowed, it is better to eat with restraint and awareness.

Takeaway

Maida puri is generally acceptable in Ekasnu, unless your personal, family, or guru-given niyam restricts it.