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@article{181578,
        author = {Dr. Anis Baig},
        title = {The Fading Embers of a Glorious Past: An Exploratory Study of Parsi Life and Customs},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {1},
        pages = {5022-5029},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=181578},
        abstract = {The Parsi community, an ethnic and religious group that migrated from Persia to India centuries ago, has long been celebrated for its profound contributions to Indian society, culture, and economy. Rooted in the ancient faith of Zoroastrianism, Parsis preserved a rich legacy of customs, traditions, and social practices that emphasized values like purity, charity, and community welfare. However, over recent decades, the community has witnessed a significant demographic decline, sparking concerns about the survival of their cultural identity. This research paper aims to explore the traditional life and customs of the Parsis, analyzing how these practices shaped their communal and individual identities over time. It further investigates the factors contributing to the erosion of their traditions, including low birth rates, migration, interfaith marriage restrictions, and modernization. Additionally, the paper highlights efforts initiated by both governmental and community organizations to revitalize the Parsi population and preserve their unique heritage. By offering an exploratory study into the fading aspects of Parsi life, this research underscores the urgent need for cultural preservation and adaptive strategies that honor tradition while embracing contemporary realities. Through qualitative analysis of historical narratives, cultural practices, and ongoing revival movements, the paper brings attention to a community whose vibrant past continues to inspire, even as it faces an uncertain future. The study ultimately calls for collective efforts to safeguard the legacy of the Parsis, ensuring that the embers of their glorious past are not extinguished, but rather carried forward with resilience and pride.},
        keywords = {Parsi Community, Zoroastrianism, Cultural Preservation, Demographic Decline, Traditional Customs, Heritage Conservation},
        month = {June},
        }