October 24, 2026

In Bangladesh, women use henna (known locally as mehndi) on their hands during weddings, engagements, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Which Southeast Asian country, home to Kuala Lumpur, uses henna to adorn the bride and groom's hands at a 'berinai' ceremony before the wedding?

A Thailand
B Malaysia
C Indonesia
D Singapore

Both Bangladesh and Malaysia use henna in wedding traditions. In Bangladesh women apply mehndi during weddings and Eid celebrations, while in Malaysia the bride and groom's hands are adorned at a 'berinai' ceremony.

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