Answer

Yes, you can wear jeans for Pratikraman if they are clean, modest, and respectful.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, the main focus of Pratikraman is inner purification, repentance, humility, and awareness of one’s mistakes.

However, clothing should support a respectful and spiritual atmosphere. Ideally:

• Wear clean clothes.
• Choose modest and simple clothing.
• Avoid flashy, tight, or distracting clothes.
• If possible, wear traditional or plain white/simple clothes, especially for temple or group Pratikraman.

If jeans are your only practical option, make sure they are clean and appropriate.

Spiritual Understanding

Pratikraman is not about showing outward appearance, but about purifying the soul through forgiveness, repentance, and self-reflection. Still, respectful clothing helps create the right bhav, or inner feeling.

Takeaway

Clean and modest jeans are acceptable, but simple and respectful clothing is preferred for Pratikraman.