Question

Which of the following festivals is correctly matched with its regional celebration and key tradition?

• A. Magha Bihu – Celebrated in Gujarat with colorful kite flying.
• B. Uttarayan – Celebrated in Assam with offerings and prayers for prosperity.
• C. Magha Bihu – Celebrated in Assam to mark the first harvest with offerings and prayers.
• D. Uttarayan – A ten-day festival in Kerala honoring a legendary king.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Magha Bihu – Celebrated in Assam to mark the first harvest with offerings and prayers.

Magha Bihu In Assam and other northeastern regions, Magha Bihu marks the first harvest of the year. Offerings are made to the gods along with prayers for harmony and prosperity. Uttarayan In Gujarat, the festival is celebrated as Uttarayan, known for its vibrant kite-flying tradition that fills the skies as people rejoice in the season's bounty.