Question

Which of the following statements about the Chithirai Festival of Madurai is correct?

• A. The Chithiral Festival is celebrated in the tamil month of Margazhi
• B. Lord Kallazhagar arrives on a golden horse
• C. The festival is held exclusively in December
• D. The festival ends with a game of bullfight

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Lord Kallazhagar arrives on a golden horse

• The Chithirai Festival is a grand annual celebration held in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

• It is primarily associated with the Meenakshi Amman Temple and is one of the most significant festivals in South India.

• The festival commemorates the divine marriage of Goddess Meenakshi (the presiding deity of Madurai) and Lord Sundareswarar.