Akshata basically consists of uncooked un-broken pieces of rice which is mixed with turmeric.Akshata is offered to a deity, it is believed to be the finest offering that a devotee can make. Akshata is believed to be equal to offering clothes, jewelry, food, or any other offering. Akshata is usually thrown over the head of the devotees during pujas and during functions like marriage and other auspicious events. After the puja and ceremony, Akshata is cleaned from the floor and is deposited in a seperate place where people will not step on it.