Question

What is a key tradition associated with the celebration of Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra?

• A. Cooking sweet rice and offering it to the Sun God.
• B. Building floral carpets called Pookalam.
• C. Decorating homes with a ‘Gudi’, rangoli, and fresh flowers.
• D. Lighting oil lamps and taking river dips at sunrise.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Decorating homes with a ‘Gudi’, rangoli, and fresh flowers.

Gudi Padwa Celebrated in Maharashtra, Gudi Padwa marks the beginning of a prosperous New Year and a successful harvest. Homes are adorned with rangoli, fresh flowers, and a handmade ‘Gudi’ (decorative doll or flag). Pongal In Tamil Nadu and across South India, the four-day festival of Pongal celebrates the harvest season with prayers, rituals, and traditional feasts. Onam Onam is Kerala’s most iconic harvest festival, celebrated over ten days with vibrant traditions and festivities. It honors the legendary return of King Mahabali.