In which of the following states is the groundnut fair, ’Kadalekayi Parishe’ celebrated on the last Monday of the Karthika month of the Hindu calendar?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct Answer is option 4 i.e. Karnataka
The Kadalekayi Parishe, also known as the Groundnut Fair, is celebrated in Karnataka, particularly in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, on the last Monday of the Karthika month of the Hindu calendar. This centuries-old festival is dedicated to Basava (Nandi), the sacred bull of Lord Shiva. Farmers from nearby villages bring freshly harvested groundnuts to offer at the Dodda Ganapathi and Bull Temple, seeking blessings for prosperity. The fair features vibrant markets, cultural programs, and local delicacies, attracting thousands of visitors each year. It symbolizes gratitude to nature and the beginning of the new agricultural cycle.
Other options:
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Madhya Pradesh: Known for festivals like Khajuraho Dance Festival, not Kadalekayi Parishe.
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Tamil Nadu: Famous for Pongal and Karthigai Deepam, not groundnut fairs.
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Kerala: Celebrates Onam and Vishu; no tradition of Kadalekayi Parishe.