There is evidence that mehndi as a ceremonial art form originated in ancient India. Intricate patterns of mehndi are typically applied to brides before wedding ceremonies. The bridegroom is also painted in some parts of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sudan. In Rajasthan (north-west India), the grooms are given designs that are often as elaborate as those for brides.
In Assam, apart from marriage, it is broadly used by unmarried women during Rongali bihu.
The use of henna and mehndi by Prophet Muhammad ensured its place in history and its popularity and acceptance among Muslims. In Arabic speaking countries such as Morocco, and some other countries in Central Asia, it is applied on any special occasion. It is done during the seventh month of pregnancy, after having the baby, weddings, engagements, family get-togethers, diwali, as well as on other occasions.
In India Commonly used mehndi designs are designs for hands, arms and feet. Like Pakistan they also like to make a big spot or dot in the middle of the palm and on the finger tips with zigzag out line with little bit designing. They generally would like to make flowers on her hands and offspring on feet. In Islam mehndi is consider a dignity thing and it is said that the use of mehndi is a verdict of God and also consider strengthen for this poise relationship.
