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back). Therefore, they only have the 3+3=6 inspections of hands, 3 of the lips and 3+3=6 inspections of legs i.e. a total of 15 points of inspection.
Female monks (Sadhviji bhagwant) do not cover their heads when doing pratikraman and therefore have the 3 additional inspections of the head, bringing their total to 15+3=18 inspections.
One has to be mindful enough to ensure that the inspection of the muhapatti and body is carried out carefully and minutely while only allowing the muhapatti to touch the body.
