Indian Festivals Quiz 2 (25 MCQs)

Correct Answer: C) Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, Siddhidatri.

Correct Answer: B) Makar Sankranti is significant as it marks the end of winter and the beginning of the harvest season, celebrated with various cultural festivities.

Correct Answer: D) Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated in South India.

Correct Answer: D) Dussehra celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana, while Durga Puja honors Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura.

Correct Answer: B) Thrissur Pooram.

Correct Answer: D) Diwali.

Correct Answer: D) Cage.

Correct Answer: B) Thrissur Pooram.

Correct Answer: B) Lohri.

Correct Answer: C) Krishna.

Correct Answer: A) Diwali.

Correct Answer: A) Makar Sankranti signifies the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days.

Correct Answer: A) Sweet dish.

Correct Answer: C) Holi.

Correct Answer: B) Navratri is celebrated to honor goddess Durga and signifies the victory of good over evil.

Correct Answer: A) Bihu is celebrated with traditional dances, music, and feasting, marking the Assamese New Year.

Correct Answer: B) The festival of Holi symbolizes the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil.

Correct Answer: B) Raksha Bandhan.

Correct Answer: D) Mahavir Jayanti.

Correct Answer: A) Pongal is celebrated with the preparation of sweet rice, traditional dances, and visiting temples.

Correct Answer: A) Makar sankranti.

Correct Answer: B) Diwali.

Correct Answer: B) Makar sankranti.

Correct Answer: C) Buffalo race.

Correct Answer: A) Different regions in India celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with unique customs, including public processions in Maharashtra, family gatherings in Tamil Nadu, artistic idol-making in West Bengal, and traditional performances in Karnataka.