In which of the following Indian states is Palkhi festival observed?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Maharashtra
- Palkhi is a 1000 year old tradition that was started by some saints of Maharashtra and is continued even today by their followers called Varkari (people following the tradition 'Waari').
- In the year 1685, Narayan Baba, the youngest son of Saint Tukaram, started the Wari tradition.
- The word 'Varkari' is derived from Wari, which means to travel
- Varkaris are devotees of Lord Vitthal or Lord Vithoba.
- Vithoba is a form of Lord 'Vishnu' and means 'Lord standing on brick'