How many national festivals are celebrated in India as of 01 January 2024?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 3.
As of January 1, 2024, India celebrates three official national festivals: Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2). These three days are designated as national holidays by the government, and they are observed across the entire country with great patriotic fervor, parades, and cultural programs. While India celebrates numerous other religious, regional, and harvest festivals, only these three are officially recognized as "national festivals."