SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 31

SSC MTS - 21 July 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q31

In which of the following states of India is the Dree festival celebrated?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e Arunachal Pradesh.

  • Dree festival is a popular festivalin Arunachal Pradesh and it is an important agricultural festival of Apatani tribe.
  • This is the biggest festival celebrated by Apatani and it is marked by sacrificial offerings and prayers.
  • This festival is celebrated on 5th of July and you can witness this auspicious festival in Ziro district of Arunachal Pradesh.
  • Dree is celebrated in order to bring a bountiful harvest season, hence, Apatani offers prayers to four Gods they follow - Tamu, Harniang, Metii, and Danyi