Question

Which of the following festivals is correctly matched with its description?

• A. Hornbill Festival – Celebrated in Tripura to worship Lord Shiva and the fourteen deities.
• B. Kharchi Puja – Celebrated in Nagaland, showcasing the unity of all major Naga tribes.
• C. Cheiraoba Festival – Marks the Manipuri New Year and involves worship of the household deity Sanamahi.
• D. Hornbill Festival – Marks the Manipuri New Year and is celebrated by the Meitei people.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Cheiraoba Festival – Marks the Manipuri New Year and involves worship of the household deity Sanamahi.

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.