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SSC Stenographer 2022 PYQ — Question 107

SSC Stenographer - 18 Nov 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q107

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 In which month is the Makar Sankranti festival celebrated every year?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. January.

  • Celebrated annually in January, the Makar Sankranti festival usually occurs on the 14th or 15th, symbolizing the sun's transition into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara in Sanskrit).
  • This marks the end of winter solstice and the onset of longer daylight hours. Makar Sankranti, a harvest festival, is observed with diverse regional names and traditions across India, celebrating the arrival of spring and crop harvesting.
  • It stands as one of India's most widely celebrated festivals, known by various names in different states.