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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CGL - 19 April 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q37

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'Sangken' is a festival of ______.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Buddhism.

  • Sangken is a festival of the Khamti and Singpho tribes.
  • It is a socio-religious festival observed by the Theravada Buddhist sect.
  • Sangken is generally known as the ‘Festival of Water’.
  • During the celebration, images of Lord Buddha are bathed with holy water ceremoniously. This festival also marks the New Year and Khamti people throw water on each other as a sign of happiness.