In which of the following places are Reh and Boori Boot predominantly celebrated?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Arunachal Pradesh.
- The Reh and Boori Boot festivals is celebrated by the Hill-Miris in the Upper Subansiri and Lower Subansiri districts of Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is observed in the month of February.
- The Nyishi tribes also celebrate this festival.
- The Reh festival is celebrated by the Idu Mishmi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is celebrated during February–August.
- The festival lasts for 6 days.
- The first day, Andropu, involves offering prayers for smooth celebrations, tying mithuns near houses, and holding the Naya dance at night.
- The second day, Eyanli, is marked by the sacrifice of animals like mithuns and buffaloes, with guests served rice, meat, and rice beer.
- The third day, Iyili, is a feast day where everyone is entertained, and meal-rice
- Ilyiromunyi is the fourth day of the Reh festival.
- Aru-Go is the fifth day.
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Etoanu is the sixth and final day.