Although there is no single definition of superstition , it generally means a belief in supernatural forces such as fate the desire to influence unpredictable factors and a need to resolve uncertainty. In this way then, individual beliefs and experiences drive superstitions, which explains why they are generally irrational and often defy current scientific wisdom. Psychologists who have investigated what role superstitions play, have found that they derive from the assumption that a connection exists between co-occurring, non-related events. For instance, the notion that charms promote good luck, or protect you from bad luck. For many people, engaging with superstitious behaviors provides a sense of control and reduces anxiety which is why levels of superstition increase at times of stress and angst. Recent incident of Delhi in which a whole family of 11 members was found dead in north Delhi’s Burari locality on Sunday 1st june 2018, relatives of the members ha...