In which Indian state is Onam celebrated?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Answer: Kerala.
Explanation:
Onam is the largest and most important cultural and harvest festival in Kerala. It is celebrated in the Chingam month of the Malayalam calendar. This festival welcomes the legendary King Mahabali. Major attractions of this 10-day festival include Pookkalam (flower rangoli), Sadya (traditional feast), and Vallam Kali (snake boat race). It symbolizes Kerala's unity, prosperity, and cultural heritage.
Additional Points:
Karnataka: Ugadi and Kambala (buffalo races) are famous.
Andhra Pradesh: Sankranti and Ugadi are major festivals.
Maharashtra: Ganesh Chaturthi and Gudi Padwa.
Example Questions and Answers:
1. Question: 'Vallam Kali' (boat race) is held in which lake?
Answer: Punnamada Lake.