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The Hornbill Festival is significant because it:

AHonors the household deity Sanamahi in Manipur

BInvolves rituals for the fourteen deities of Tripura

CMarks the Tibetan New Year with traditional dances

DBrings together all major Naga tribes to celebrate their culture

Answer:

D. Brings together all major Naga tribes to celebrate their culture

Read Explanation:

Hornbill Festival One of Nagaland’s most vibrant agricultural festivals, the Hornbill Festival brings together all major Naga tribes. The celebration takes place at the Kisama Heritage Village and showcases the cultural richness of the region. Kharchi Puja Originating in Tripura, Kharchi Puja is dedicated to Lord Shiva and involves worshipping the fourteen deities believed to govern the state. Cheiraoba Festival Celebrated across Manipur, Cheiraoba marks the New Year according to Manipuri tradition. It is also associated with the worship of Sanamahi, the household deity of the Meitei people.


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