Context: Recently, the Vice President of India wished the nation on the eve of the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
About Eid al-Fitr

• Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and is celebrated by Muslims all across the globe.
• Eid al-Fitr, also called the “Festival of breaking fast”marks the first day of Islamic Shawwal month.
• It is widely believed that Prophet Muhammad got the first revelation of the Holy Quran during the holy month of Ramadan.
• It is celebrated to pay respect to Allah for providing strength and endurance during the month-long fasting rituals.
• One of the five pillars of Islam, Zakat or giving alms to the poor is also practised on Eid.