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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 27

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q27

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In which Hindu month do the married women of Rajasthan observe the annual Gangaur festival?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • Women who worship Goddess Gauri, the consort of Shiva, celebrate Gangaur, one of the most colourful and significant festivals in Rajasthan, with tremendous fervour and devotion during the month of Chaitra (March–April).
  • On the first day of Chaitra, the festivities start and last for eighteen days.
  • The latter two days are devoted to Lord Shiva, Gauri's spouse, while the first sixteen days are devoted to her adoration.