Question 1

Is Govatsa Dwadashi the same as Go Puja?

Accepted Answer

Govatsa Dwadashi specifically involves a cow with her calf, while general Go Puja (also on Diwali's Govardhan Puja / Go Puja day) is performed on Kartik Shukla Pratipada. They are related but distinct rituals.

Question 2

What food is avoided on this vrat?

Accepted Answer

Salt and any cow-derived products (milk, curd, butter, ghee) are avoided on this day as they come from the very cow being worshipped. Wheat preparations without salt are traditional prasad.

Govatsa Dwadashi Vrat