Indian Festivals and Their Significance
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What is the primary celebration associated with the Ganesh Chaturthi festival?

  • Worship of Lord Krishna
  • Worship of Goddess Durga
  • Worship of Lord Vishnu
  • Worship of Lord Ganesha (correct)

Which festival celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir lasts for seven days?

  • Ghadlya
  • Tulip Festival (correct)
  • Gangaur
  • Shikara Festival

Which festival is associated with the Buddhist community?

  • Gang Ngai
  • Naagmani
  • Chethiyagiri Vihara (correct)
  • Ghadlya

What is the cultural significance of the Hornbill festival?

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Which dance is associated with the Lai Haraoba festival?

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What traditional activity is a part of the Phawang Kut festival?

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Which of the following festivals is known for its association with agricultural practices?

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Which festival involves Lord Vishnu being worshipped?

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Which festival marks the beginning of the New Year in the Assamese culture?

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Which type of Pongal is celebrated specifically to honor cattle?

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Which festival is dedicated to the solar deity Surya?

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What is the significance of Ali-ai-Ligang festival?

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Which festival is not associated with the harvest season?

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What kind of offerings are typically made during the Sama Chakeva festival?

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Which festival includes a four-day celebration with distinct rituals each day?

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Which tribe celebrates the festival of Rongker?

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During which festival do people typically immerse themselves in the rivers and perform rituals?

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Which festival is celebrated in Chaitra month in the state of Andhra Pradesh?

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What does the term 'Pongal' specifically relate to in its origin?

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What is the primary significance of Raksha Bandhan?

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Which festival is known for the Kagyed dance in the Tibetan Calendar?

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What is the cultural significance of the Pattadakal Dance Festival?

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During which month is the Mahavir Jayanti celebrated, honoring the 24th Tirthankar?

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Which festival is associated with celebrating the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava?

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What is the main purpose of the Gudi Padwa festival in Maharashtra?

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Which of the following festivals includes the Phool walon ki sair celebration?

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The festival Thiruvathira is primarily celebrated in which Indian state?

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Which festival is connected to the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha?

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Which festival celebrates the worship of Goddess Parvati?

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What does the festival of Sarhul signify?

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Which festival is known as the New Year festival in certain regions?

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What agricultural celebration is associated with Makar Sankranti?

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During which festival do unmarried women participate in rituals for well-being?

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Which festival is celebrated by the Khalsa Panth?

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What does the festival of Pongal primarily celebrate?

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Which festival includes a 9-day celebration primarily observed by women?

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Which festival is dedicated to the goddess Gowri?

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The festival 'Hola Mohalla' is closely associated with which of the following?

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Which of these celebrations is recognized as a major agricultural festival?

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Which festival involves a float festival to mark the new year?

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What is the main significance of the Losar festival?

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Which festival is associated with the worship of Baneshwar and involves pilgrimage?

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Which festival is known for its vibrant celebrations that occur in Rajasthan?

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Flashcards

Hornbill Festival

A 10-day festival celebrated by the tribes of Nagaland.

Gangaur Festival

A festival celebrated before Holi, honoring the goddess Gauri.

Tansen Music Festival

Celebrates the renowned musician Tansen and his music.

Kalinga Mahotsav

A festival associated with Kalinga that celebrates cultural heritage.

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Rath Yatra

A chariot festival, often celebrated to honor Lord Jagannath.

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Dol Jatra

A festival in which devotees move dolls.

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Ganesh Chathurthi

A festival celebrating the Hindu god Ganesha.

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Chapchar Kut

A tribal festival celebrated by specific tribes.

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Pongal

A four-day harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, India.

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Bihu

A group of three Assamese harvest festivals, celebrated in different months.

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Losar

A New Year festival celebrated by Tibetans.

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Chhath

A Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun god.

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Bastar Dussehra

A unique Dussehra celebration in Bastar, India.

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Rann Utsav

Unique festival of Kutch, Gujarat, India.

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Ugadi

A New Year festival originating in Karnataka, India.

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Bhogi Pongal

The first day of Pongal festival, associated with cleaning and discarding old things.

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Surya Pongal

The second day of Pongal, dedicated to the Sun god.

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Mattu Pongal

The third day of Pongal, which involves worship of oxen/cattle.

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What is the festival 'Shigmo' celebrated for?

Shigmo is a vibrant festival celebrated in Goa, marking the arrival of spring and the beginning of the harvest season. It is known for its colorful processions, folk dances, and music.

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What is the festival 'Sunburn' associated with?

Sunburn is a large-scale electronic dance music festival held in Goa, India, during the winter months. It is renowned for its international DJs, music, and a massive crowd.

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What is the festival 'Halda' about?

Halda, celebrated in the Parvati region of Himachal Pradesh, focuses on worshipping trees and invoking blessings for good crops. The festival marks the beginning of spring and new life.

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What is the unique aspect of the 'Surajkund festival'?

The Surajkund festival, held in Haryana, India, is known for its unique blend of art, craft, and culture. It showcases traditional handicrafts, folk dances, and delicious food from across India.

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How is the 'Vishu' festival celebrated?

Vishu is a prominent festival in Kerala, marking the beginning of the new year. It is celebrated with vibrant colors, traditional food, and the auspicious sight of the 'Vishu Kani' (a platter of offerings).

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Chhau Dance

A traditional Indian dance form, often performed with elaborate costumes and energetic movements.

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Hola Mohalla

A Sikh festival that celebrates martial arts skills and religious fervor.

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Pushkar Fair

A major religious fair in Rajasthan, India, focused on the worship of Lord Brahma.

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Hareli

A harvest festival celebrated in Uttarakhand, India.

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Poila Boisakh

Bengali New Year celebration, marking the start of the Bengali calendar.

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Bathukamma

A nine-day Hindu festival celebrated by women in Telangana, India.

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Baisakhi

A significant Sikh harvest festival that marks the start of the Sikh New Year.

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Hemis

A 2-day festival in Ladakh that commemorates the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava, a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism.

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Puthandu

A Tamil New Year celebration observed in Tamil Nadu, marking the beginning of a new solar year.

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Gudi Padwa

A New Year festival celebrated in Maharashtra, marking the beginning of the Chaitra month according to the lunisolar calendar.

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Raksha Bandhan

A festival celebrated in August-September during the full moon (Poornima) of the Shravan month, where sisters tie a protective thread on their brothers' wrists.

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Diwali

A festival of lights celebrated in July-August during the new moon (Amavasya) of the Shravan month, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.

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Sammakka-Sarakka Jatara

A religious festival celebrated in Telangana, honoring goddesses Sammakka and Sarakka, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

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Study Notes

Festivals of India

  • India has a diverse range of festivals, celebrated throughout the year.
  • Many festivals are associated with specific regions and communities.
  • Some festivals celebrate harvests, religious events, or cultural traditions.
  • Various customs, foods, and rituals are associated with different festivals.
  • The festivals highlight the rich cultural tapestry of India.

Festivals of Andhra Pradesh

  • Pongal is a four-day harvest festival.
  • Yellama Jatara celebrates a specific deity.
  • Ugadi is a New Year celebration.

Festivals of Assam

  • Bihu is a harvest festival.
  • Various Bihu types are celebrated in Assam.
  • Different tribes in Assam celebrate Bihu.

Festivals of Arunachal Pradesh

  • Sangken is a significant festival in Arunachal Pradesh.
  • Solung is another notable festival.
  • Chalo Loku is a festival observed.
  • Celebrated as New Year.
  • Festivals celebrated include different types.

Festivals of Bihar

  • Chhath is a significant festival in Bihar.
  • Sama Chakeva is another important festival.
  • Bihula, Sonepur Cattle Fair, and Rajgir are also celebrated.

Festivals of Chhattisgarh

  • Pola, Madai, Hareli, Goncha, Karma, and Bastar Dussehra are celebrated.
  • 36 Madai Socha and Bola Haveli, and Dusshera are celebrated.

Festivals of Gujarat

  • Modhera, Madhavpur, Rann Utsav, Shamlaji Melo, Vautha Mela, and Durga Puja are observed.
  • Rann kar rahe Sharma ji and Madhav are observed as a part of the festival

Festivals of Goa

  • Shigmo, Sao Jao, Sunburn, Carnival, Feast of Saint Francis Xavier, Grape Escapade, and Bonderam are observed.
  • Three Kings is one of the festivals celebrated by tourists.

Festivals of Himachal Pradesh

  • Haldi, Sazo, Minjar, Pori, Sair, and Phulaich are significant festivals.
  • Him Pari, Haldi, Phul, Saza, and Kalinjar Raja are celebrated.

Festivals of Haryana

  • Surajkund Festival, Pinjore, Gugga Naumi, and Gangaur are observed.
  • Festivals celebrated are associated with various deities.

Festivals of Jharkhand

  • Sarhul, Jawa, Sohrai, Bhagta Parab, Rohini, Tussu Purab, and Harvest festival are observed.

Festivals of Karnataka

  • Hampi, Kambala, Mahamatsyaabhishek, Pattadakal & Kailpodh, Gombee Habba & Gowri Habba and Ugadi are observed.
  • Celebrated in Shravanabelagola to honour Bahubali.

Festivals of Kerala

  • Thrissur Pooram, Vishu, Theyyam, Arattu, Attukal, Painkuni, Vallam Kalli Boat Race, Onam, Makar Vilaku, Nishagandhi, and Guruvayur Ekadasi are observed.
  • Pooram, Vasu, and Nisha are celebrated related to a Boat race.

Festivals of Madhya Pradesh

  • Lokrang, Khajuraho, Bhagoria Haat, Gangaur, Rasnawa, Ghadlya, Panchmarhi Utsav, Tansen Music Festival, Chethiyagiri Vihara, and Tansen are celebrated.

Festivals of Manipur

  • Dol Jatra (Yao Shang), Lai Haraoba, Kang Jatra, Cherry Blossom, Lu Ngai Ni, Gang Ngai, and Heirku Hindongba are celebrated.

Festivals of Meghalaya

  • Shad Shuk, Nongkrem, Wangala, Garo, and Behdeinkhlam-Jaintia are observed.

Festivals of Maharashtra

  • Vithoba, Narali Purnima, Gudhi Padwa, Banganga, Vat Purnima, Ghoda & Padwa Purnima, Kojagiri, Kala Ghoda Mahotsav, Ganesh Chathurthi, Elephenta Festival, and Pola are celebrated.

Festivals of Mizoram

  • Chapchar Kut and Mimkut are observed.
  • Phawang Kut is observed as a festival.

Festivals of Nagaland

  • Hornbill, Sekrenyi-Angami Tribe, Moatsu-Ao Tribe, and Aoleang are celebrated.
  • Maotsii is also celebrated.

Festivals of Odisha

  • Kalinga Mahotsav, Konark Festival, Raja Parba, Rath Yatra, Chhau, Nuakhai, Bali Jatra, and Jagannath are observed.

Festivals of Punjab

  • Hola Mohalla, Lohari, Guru Parva, and Baisakhi are celebrated.
  • Khalsa Panth celebration Guru Gobind is celebrated.

Festivals of Rajasthan

  • Pushkar Fair, Desert Festival, Gangaur, Chandrabhaga Fair, Nagaur Fair, Bundhi Utsav, Banshwar Festival, and Kotayir Fair are observed.

Festivals of Sikkim

  • Losung, Losar, Sonam Lochar, Saga Dawa, and Lhabsol are observed.

Festivals of Tamil Nadu

  • Pongal, Jallikattu, Thaipusam, Puthandu, Natyanjali, Float Festival, Mahamagam, Thiruvaiyaru, Karthigai Deepam, and Kavadi are celebrated.

Festivals of Telangana

  • Bonalu, Bathukamma, Medharam Jatra, Dunnapothula Panduga, Sammaka Jatara are observed.

Festivals of Tripura

  • Kharchi Puja, Hojagiri, Garia Puja, and Bijhu are observed.

Festivals of Uttarakhand

  • Harela, Bhitauli, Kale Kauva/Ghughutiya, Phool Dei, Kandali, Bissu Mela, and Egaas are celebrated.

Festivals of West Bengal

  • Poila Boisakh, Durga Puja, Rash Mela, Basanta Utsav, Poush Mela, Jamai Sashti, Ugadi, Vishu. Puthandu. Gudi Padwa, Poila Boisakh, Losar, Pateti/Nowruz are celebrated.
  • New Year, Fakiri festival, Gangasagar Mela are celebrated related to the festival.

Festivals of Ladakh

  • Hemis, Saka Dawa, and Losar are observed.

Festivals of Jammu and Kashmir

  • Tulip festival and Shikara festival

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