SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q48

Gugga Naumi festival is celebrated in which of the following states?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Haryana:This is where the festival has a very strong presence.It's celebrated in the lunar month of Bhadon (August-September).  The festival is connected to snake worship and honors Gugga Pir.

Himachal Pradesh:The festival is observed in some regions of Himachal Pradesh.

Gujarat:While Gujarat has a rich festival culture, Gugga Naumi is not among its primary celebrations. Gujarat is well known for festivals like Navratri, and Uttarayan.

Uttarakhand:While Uttarakhand has many local festivals, Gugga Naumi is not a primary festival celebrated there.