SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 32

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 9 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q32

In which of the following states is the festival ‘Pang Lhabsol’ traditionally celebrated?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Sikkim.

The festival of 'Pang Lhabsol' is traditionally celebrated in Sikkim. It is a unique and significant annual festival that pays homage to Mount Khangchendzonga, considered the guardian deity of Sikkim. The festival also commemorates the ancient treaty of brotherhood between the Lepchas and Bhutias, the indigenous communities of Sikkim, symbolizing unity and communal harmony. It features vibrant masked dances, warrior dances, and various rituals, making it a prominent cultural event in the state.