The first recorded origin of Bonalu festival is traced back to which disease outbreak in Hyderabad?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Plague.
The first recorded origin of the Bonalu festival in Hyderabad is traced to a plague outbreak in 1813. 🦠
The festival is traditionally believed to have begun as an offering to Goddess Mahankali to seek protection from the plague.
✅ Answer: Plague outbreak (1813)