Festivals & Fairs — Set 5
Bihar GK · त्यौहार और मेले · Questions 41–50 of 50
The Chhath Puja festival spans over a period of how many days?
Correct Answer: A. 4 Days
Chhath Puja spans over a period of 4 days. The rituals include Nahay Khay, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya, and Usha Arghya. It is the most rigorous fast observed in Bihar.
The Sonepur Mela begins on which auspicious day?
Correct Answer: D. Kartik Purnima
The Sonepur Mela begins on Kartik Purnima (the full moon of November). Devotees take a holy dip in the river confluence on this day. The fair continues for about a month.
The first day of Chhath Puja is known as?
Correct Answer: B. Nahay Khay
The first day of Chhath Puja is known as Nahay Khay. Devotees take a holy bath and eat a pure meal, typically bottle gourd (kaddu) and rice. This marks the beginning of the purification process.
On which day of Chhath Puja is 'Kharna' observed?
Correct Answer: C. Day 2
Kharna is observed on the 2nd day of Chhath Puja. Devotees fast for the whole day and break it in the evening with kheer and roti. After this, a 36-hour waterless fast begins.
The Pind Daan rituals in Gaya are primarily performed on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer: A. Phalgu
Pind Daan rituals are performed on the banks of the Phalgu river. This river is considered sacred for ancestral rites but is known to flow under the sand (Antah Salila). Devotees offer oblations to ensure peace for departed souls.
The Ajgaibinath Temple, a starting point for the Kanwar Yatra, is located on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer: D. Ganga
The Ajgaibinath Temple is located on the banks of the river Ganga in Sultanganj. It is from here that Kanwariyas collect the holy water. The temple is situated on a rocky islet in the river.
In the Sama-Chakeva festival, clay idols of which creatures are made?
Correct Answer: B. Birds
Clay idols of birds are made during the Sama-Chakeva festival. The festival tells the story of Sama, who was turned into a bird, and her brother Chakeva. These idols are submerged in ponds at the end of the festival.
Who are the primary participants in the 'Madhushravani' festival?
Correct Answer: C. Newly Married Women
Newly married women are the primary participants in Madhushravani. They hear the legends of Shiva-Parvati and the Snake God from elderly women. The festival strengthens the bond of the new bride with traditions.
Which food combination is traditionally eaten on Makar Sankranti in Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Dahi-Chura (Curd-Beaten Rice)
Dahi-Chura (Curd and Beaten Rice) is the traditional food for Makar Sankranti in Bihar. It is often accompanied by Tilkut (sesame sweet) and Lai. This marks the harvest festival.
The Baidyanath Dham temple, the destination of Shravani Mela, houses which form of Shiva?
Correct Answer: D. Jyotirlinga
The Baidyanath Dham temple houses a Jyotirlinga. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India. It is located in Deoghar, Jharkhand, but is culturally integral to Bihar's Shravani Mela.