Question

During which of the following festivals is the Puli Kali (Tiger dance) event the main attraction?

• A. Bihu
• B. Baisakhi
• C. Pongal
• D. Onam

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Onam

• On the fourth day of Onam celebrations (Nalaam Onam), performers painted like tigers and hunters in bright yellow, red, and black dance to the beats of instruments like Udukku and Thakil.

• The literal meaning of Pulikali is the 'play of the tigers' hence the performance revolves around the theme of tiger hunting.