Indian Culture and Geography

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Rama performed the Akal-bodhon (untimely invocation) of Goddess Durga during autumn before his battle with Ravana. This is why Durga Puja is celebrated in Ashwin instead of its original spring timing.

According to Hindu mythology, Himalaya (the mountain king and father of Parvati) gifted the lion to Goddess Durga as her vahana (vehicle). This lion would accompany her in her battle against the demon Mahishasura.

To answer this question, the user needs to have knowledge about Bengali culture and the various rituals and customs associated with Durga Puja.

The program that airs every Mahalaya and is popular among Bengalees is not Agomoni, Durga-stotra, or Parboni.

The Answer is: B. Mahisasur-mardini. This program is a radio program broadcasted by All India Radio (AIR) Kolkata, narrating the story of the goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahisasura. This program is considered a significant part of the Durga Puja celebrations and is eagerly awaited by Bengalis every year.

After winning the Battle of Plassey in 1757, Lord Clive visited the Durga Puja at Shovabazar Rajbari, which began in 1757 and is now over 250 years old. This is a well-documented historical event. The other options are famous pujas but not the one Clive visited.

Jamshedpur is called the 'Pittsburgh of India' because it houses Tata Steel, one of India's largest steel plants, similar to how Pittsburgh became the center of the American steel industry. The city's industrial landscape and steel production earned it this nickname.

Kerala is known as the 'Garden of Spices' because of its extensive spice cultivation, particularly pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. The state's tropical climate and historical spice trade connections make it India's premier spice-producing region.

Delhi is called the 'City of Rallies' because it is India's political capital where numerous political demonstrations, protests, and rallies are frequently organized. Its central governance role makes it the natural hub for political gatherings and public expressions.

Kolkata is called the 'City of Castles' due to its numerous palatial buildings from the colonial era, including Rajbaris (mansions) and British administrative buildings. The city's architectural heritage features many castle-like structures from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Kochi is called the 'Venice of the East' because of its network of backwaters, canals, and lagoons that resemble Venice's water-based urban structure. The city's unique geography with Fort Kochi and surrounding islands connected by waterways justifies this comparison.

The Deccan Queen is a historic train that runs between Mumbai and Pune. It was introduced in 1930 and is one of India's most popular train services. The question asks for the destination city, which is Pune.

The Kosi river is called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its frequent floods and devastating impact on the state. It's a tributary of the Ganges known for changing course and causing massive destruction, particularly in 2008.

Bengaluru is called the 'Space City' of India because it houses ISRO's major facilities including the headquarters, U R Rao Satellite Centre, and other key space research establishments. It's the hub of India's space program.

Mumbai is called the 'Hollywood of India' because it's home to Bollywood, the world's largest film industry by output. The city hosts all major film studios and is the center of Hindi cinema. The other options are major cities but not film hubs.

Birhor is a tribal community primarily found in central and eastern India, particularly in Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal. They are traditionally hunter-gatherers and are recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG).

Chakmas are a tribal community found primarily in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh, Mizoram and Tripura in India, and parts of Myanmar. They are one of the major ethnic groups in the northeastern region of the Indian subcontinent.