pakkh

Pakkh is a term that can refer to several different concepts depending on the context. In some South Asian cultures, "pakkh" (or variations like paksha) denotes a lunar fortnight, which is a period of approximately fifteen days in the lunar calendar. This division of the month is significant in many religious and cultural practices, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism, where specific rituals, observances, and festivals are often tied to the waxing or waning phases of the moon within these pakkh. For instance, the Amavasya (new moon) and Purnima (full moon) mark the end of each pakkh and are considered auspicious days.

Beyond its calendrical meaning, "pakkh" can also be used in a more general sense to refer to a side, a faction, or a party in a dispute or discussion. In this usage, it implies taking a particular stance or aligning oneself with one group over another. This metaphorical extension of the word highlights the idea of being on one side of a divide. The specific meaning is usually discernible from the surrounding conversation or text.