Answer

In Jain Dharma, Sabudana is generally not considered appropriate during Paryushan/Samvatsari by many Jain traditions, because it is often treated as kandmool-related or fermentation/processing-sensitive food, depending on local practice and sect tradition.

If it was eaten by mistake as prashad, then the right approach is not guilt, but pratikraman, sincere repentance, and taking a resolve not to repeat it knowingly.

Explanation

On Samvatsari, Jains especially observe:

• Ahimsa with extra care
• Food discipline
• Pratikraman
• Kshamapana — asking forgiveness

If Sabudana was consumed unknowingly or mistakenly, the karmic seriousness is different from eating it intentionally with negligence. In Jain ethics, intention, awareness, carelessness, and repentance all matter.

You may do:

• Michchhami Dukkadam with sincere feeling
• Alochana — honestly acknowledging the mistake
• Pratikraman if you follow that practice
• Take a simple resolve: “I will be more careful in future.”
• If needed, ask your guru, sadhu-sadhvi, or local Jain elder according to your tradition

Spiritual Understanding

The spirit of Samvatsari is purification. A mistake should become a cause for more awareness, not mental disturbance. Jain Dharma teaches carefulness, humility, and correction.

Takeaway

If Sabudana was eaten unknowingly as prashad on Samvatsari, do sincere repentance and pratikraman. Do not continue it knowingly, and follow the guidance of your Jain tradition.

Michchhami Dukkadam.