In which religion, on the anniversary of a family member's death, a meal is prepared of dishes the deceased person enjoyed in life, and the food is served as an offering in a ritual ceremony led by a male, usually the oldest son?

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This practice is known as "shraddha" in Hinduism and is performed by the family members to ensure the deceased person's smooth transition into the afterlife. The oldest son usually leads the ritual ceremony, which includes offering the prepared meal to the deceased person's spirit.

In Which Religion, on the Anniversary of a Family Member's