Fairs & Festivals — Set 7
Arts & Culture · मेले और त्यौहार · Questions 61–70 of 80
Which state celebrates the 'Bathukamma' floral festival?
Correct Answer: B. Telangana
Bathukamma is a nine-day floral festival celebrated by women during the Navratri season. The name means 'Goddess come to life', and the festival honors the link between nature and human life. It is the state festival of Telangana.
The 'Hemis' festival is a religious celebration that takes place in which region?
Correct Answer: A. Ladakh
The correct answer is 'Ladakh'. The Hemis Festival honors Guru Padmasambhava, the founder of Tantric Buddhism in Tibet. It is held at the Hemis Monastery and features rhythmic masked dances known as 'Cham'. This event occurs in the fifth month of the Tibetan lunar calendar.
In which city is the 'Kala Ghoda Arts Festival' organized every year?
Correct Answer: D. Mumbai
The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival is a nine-day multicultural event held in South Mumbai. It covers a wide range of fields including cinema, literature, and visual arts. The name comes from the black stone statue of King Edward VII that once stood in the area.
Which of the following is a famous cattle fair in Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Sonepur Mela
Sonepur Mela is held on Kartik Poornima at the confluence of the rivers Ganga and Gandak. It is one of the largest animal fairs in Asia, traditionally famous for elephant trading. The fair has a historical legacy and attracts visitors from all over India.
The 'Chapchar Kut' festival is the spring festival of which state?
Correct Answer: A. Mizoram
The correct answer is 'Mizoram'. Chapchar Kut is celebrated after the completion of the Jhum cultivation tasks. The festival is characterized by traditional music and the famous bamboo dance called 'Cheraw'. It is a time for the Mizo people to rejoice and strengthen community bonds.
The 'Lathmar Holi' is a unique variation of the festival of colors played in?
Correct Answer: C. Mathura/Barsana
The correct answer is 'Mathura/Barsana'. Lathmar Holi involves women playfully beating men with sticks as part of the tradition. This ritual is based on the legends of Lord Krishna and Radha in the Braj region. It is celebrated a few days before the main Holi festival.
Which festival is celebrated as the New Year in Maharashtra?
Correct Answer: A. Gudi Padwa
Gudi Padwa marks the beginning of the traditional Hindu year for people in Maharashtra. A 'Gudi' or cloth-covered pole is displayed outside homes to symbolize victory and prosperity. It falls on the first day of the month of Chaitra.
The 'Ambubachi Mela' is held annually in which temple of Assam?
Correct Answer: B. Kamakhya Temple
Ambubachi Mela is an important tantric festival celebrating the goddess Kamakhya. It occurs during the monsoon season when the goddess is believed to be menstruating. Thousands of devotees and ascetics from across the country gather for this event.
The 'Wangala' festival is the most popular festival of the Garo tribe in?
Correct Answer: B. Meghalaya
The correct answer is 'Meghalaya'. Wangala is a post-harvest festival also known as the '100 Drums Festival'. It is celebrated to thank the deity Misi Saljong for a good yield. The celebration features traditional music, dance, and a showcase of Garo customs.
Which of the following is a New Year festival celebrated by the people of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh?
Correct Answer: A. Ugadi
Ugadi marks the first day of the lunar calendar in these southern states. A special dish called 'Ugadi Pachadi' containing six different tastes is prepared to symbolize the various experiences of life. The festival is a time for family gatherings and cultural events.