SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 76

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q76

‘Gangaur’ is celebrated primarily in which of the following states of India?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rajasthan.

Gangaur is primarily celebrated in the state of Rajasthan. It is a traditional Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Gauri, the consort of Lord Shiva, and is celebrated with great enthusiasm in regions like Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and other parts of Rajasthan. During this festival, women dress up in colorful attire, participate in processions, and perform rituals seeking blessings for marital harmony and prosperity.