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Indian Festivals and Culture

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Indian festivals and culture encompass diverse religious celebrations, harvest festivals, and regional traditions. Questions cover festivals like Holi, Maha Shivaratri, and Ugadi. Deepen your knowledge of cultural rituals and traditional practices for state level exams.

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Indian Festivals and Culture Questions

Multiple choice

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

  1. Lohri

  2. Pongal

  3. Baisakhi

  4. Holi
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Lohri is the name of the festival celebrated in Punjab during Makar Sankranti.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Pongal

  2. Lohri

  3. Baisakhi

  4. Holi
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Pongal is the name of the festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu during Makar Sankranti.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Bhogali Bihu

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Bhogali Bihu is the name of the festival celebrated in Assam during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Poush Parbon

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Poush Parbon is the name of the festival celebrated in West Bengal during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Makar Chaula

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Makar Chaula is the name of the festival celebrated in Odisha during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Sankranti Hunnime

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Sankranti Hunnime is the name of the festival celebrated in Karnataka during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Sankranti

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Sankranti is the name of the festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Sankranti

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Sankranti is the name of the festival celebrated in Telangana during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Makaravilakku

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Makaravilakku is the name of the festival celebrated in Kerala during Makar Sankranti.

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

  1. Makar Sankranti

  2. Lohri

  3. Pongal

  4. Holi
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Makar Sankranti is the name of the festival celebrated in Maharashtra during Makar Sankranti.

Multiple choice

When are Sohrai paintings typically created?

  1. During festivals

  2. During the harvest season

  3. During weddings

  4. Throughout the year
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Sohrai paintings are predominantly created during festivals, particularly during the Sohrai festival, which celebrates the harvest and the bond between humans and animals.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a religious festival?

  1. Christmas

  2. Hanukkah

  3. Diwali

  4. Eid al-Fitr
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Christmas is an example of a religious festival, as it is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual festival held in Mysore, Karnataka, known for its grand procession and cultural performances?

  1. Mysore Dasara

  2. Ugadi

  3. Pongal

  4. Onam
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Mysore Dasara is a ten-day festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil and features a spectacular procession of elephants, cultural performances, and exhibitions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual festival held in Tamil Nadu, known for its colorful processions and cultural performances?

  1. Pongal

  2. Onam

  3. Diwali

  4. Holi
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Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, marking the beginning of the Tamil New Year and featuring traditional rituals, music, and dance performances.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular desert safari festival held in Jaisalmer?

  1. Jaisalmer Desert Festival

  2. Thar Festival

  3. Camel Festival

  4. All of the above
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The Jaisalmer Desert Festival is an annual event showcasing the vibrant culture, traditions, and heritage of the Thar Desert region.