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In the context of the ancient Indian education system and the Vedic-period Gurukul system, what was the primary objective and feature of the 'Samavartana Sanskara'?
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In the Vedic education system, the 'Samavartana Sanskara' was performed at the time of the student's farewell from the Gurukul after completing their education in the Brahmacharya ashram. It is considered equivalent to the modern convocation ceremony.
After this ritual, the preceptor (acharya) instructed their disciples regarding their duties toward society and the nation, permitting them to enter householder life.
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