Rakhi is a celebration of mankind and of humanity. It preaches love and sacrifice. Rani Karnavati of Chittor was helped by Moghul Emperor Humayun because she sent him a Rakhi.
The message is beyond the confines of religion.
अबला जीवन हाय तेरी यही कहानी ,
आँचल में है दूध ,आँखों में पानी।
मैथिली शरण गुप्त ने ये पंक्ति ५० वर्ष पहले कही थी ..What are the brothers doing if women are struggling to find safety and respect?