Sarhul festival is celebrated in which of the following states?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Jharkhand.
- Sarhul Festival is one of the most important tribal festivals of Jharkhand, celebrated by tribal communities in the Jharkhand and Chota Nagpur region, it marks the advent of spring and the New Year.
- Sarhul means “worship of the Sal tree” and signifies the union of the Sun and the Earth, which is essential for life.
- It is mainly celebrated by the Munda, Oraon, and Ho tribes.
- Sarhul Festival was celebrated Three-Days:
- Day 1 – Preparations begin, houses and Sarna sites are cleaned, sal flowers are collected, and the village priest (Pahan) observes a strict fast.
- Day 2 – The main rituals are performed at the Sarna sites (sacred groves), including sacrifices, prayers for prosperity and cultural performances.
- Day 3 – It culminates with a community feast, which includes handia (rice beer), ceremonial fishing and traditional tribal cuisine.