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[240] The text from Sutras 26 to 33 of the Brihatkalpa Sutra states that it is forbidden for a Sadhvi to perform the mentioned asanas at a fixed time. The nature of these asanas is described in Dasha. Dasha. 7, from where it can be understood. The commentator has explained the reason for prohibiting all these practices as there is a possibility of upsarga (adverse effects) etc. by young men who are motivated by lust. She cannot be careful and alert before the fixed time is over. If a Sadhvi stands, sits or sleeps in any posture without a fixed time, then it is not prohibited in these Sutras. The commentary also states: "Birasana Godohi Muttusamve Vi Tana Kampati / Te Pun Paducch Chettha, Suttha U Abhiggaham Pappa // 5956 //" Except for Virasana and Goduhikasana, all asanas are considered appropriate for a Sadhvi according to her inclination. The prohibition mentioned in the Sutras is with respect to Abhiggaha. Virasana and Goduhikasana are not suitable for a woman's physical state, which is why the commentator has prohibited them. Although Abhiggaha etc. practices are special places for Nirjara, they are prohibited for Sadhvis because they hinder the protection of the Mahavrat of Brahmacharya. The commentary explains this topic in detail and also prohibits the Agit-artha Bhikshutras from wearing these Abhiggahas. The rules regarding wearing the Akucanapattak are as follows: 33. No Kappi Nigganthinam Akucanapattagandharitte Va, Pariharitte Va. 34. Kappi Nigganthanam Akucanapattagandharitte Va, Pariharitte Va. 33. It is not appropriate for Nirgranthis to keep or use the Akucanapattak. 34. It is appropriate for Nirgranthis to keep or use the Akucanapattak. Discussion: The other name for 'Akucanapattak' is 'Paryastikapattak'. It is a cotton cloth four fingers wide and as long as the body. It is used when there is no support like a wall etc. Where there is a possibility of Udai etc. creatures on the wall etc. and it is necessary for the elderly, weak etc. to sit leaning on something, then by tying the waist with this Paryastikapattak and raising the knees and tying the legs, a comfortable chair-like position is achieved and the body gets comfort similar to leaning on a wall.