SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 33

SSC CGL - 26 July 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q33

Guruvayur Ekadashi is the cultural festival of which Indian state?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • Guruvayur Ekadashi is a prominent cultural and religious festival in Kerala, deeply rooted in the devotion to Lord Krishna.
  • Celebrated with great fervor and devotion at the Guruvayur Temple, the festival involves fasting, special rituals, and cultural performances, attracting a large number of devotees who come to seek the blessings of Guruvayurappan.
  • This festival not only highlights the spiritual aspects of Ekadashi but also showcases the rich cultural heritage of Kerala.
  • Many devotees engage in acts of charity and donate to the temple and the needy as part of their religious observance.