Makar Sankranti: The Festival of the Sun

Makar Sankranti is a festival celebrated in India to mark the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn). It is a harvest festival and is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country. This quiz will test your knowledge about Makar Sankranti.

15 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of Makar Sankranti?

  1. The transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn)
  2. The beginning of the new year
  3. The end of the winter season
  4. The start of the harvest season
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

When is Makar Sankranti celebrated?

  1. January 14th
  2. January 15th
  3. January 16th
  4. January 17th
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the traditional food eaten during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Khichdi
  2. Pongal
  3. Lohri
  4. Baisakhi
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of flying kites during Makar Sankranti?

  1. It brings good luck and prosperity
  2. It wards off evil spirits
  3. It celebrates the arrival of spring
  4. It is a fun activity for children
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which state in India is famous for its Makar Sankranti celebrations?

  1. Uttar Pradesh
  2. Punjab
  3. Gujarat
  4. Maharashtra
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Punjab during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Lohri
  2. Pongal
  3. Baisakhi
  4. Holi
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Pongal
  2. Lohri
  3. Baisakhi
  4. Holi
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Assam during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Bhogali Bihu
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in West Bengal during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Poush Parbon
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Odisha during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Makar Chaula
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Karnataka during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Sankranti Hunnime
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Sankranti
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Telangana during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Sankranti
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Kerala during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Makaravilakku
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the festival celebrated in Maharashtra during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Makar Sankranti
  2. Lohri
  3. Pongal
  4. Holi