Discover the Hindu tradition of Karnavedha Sanskar, which is also known as the Ear Piercing Ceremony. This ritual includes piercing the ears that symbolize the awakening of the child's sense of listening, developing intelligence, and enhancing immunity and protection from negative energies. This ritual is performed on the 12th or 13th day of birth or when the child turns 6 or 7 months old or in the 5th or 7th year.