The 'Mongmong festival' is a harvest festival of which Indian state?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Nagaland.
The Mongmong Festival is a harvest festival celebrated by the Sangtam Naga community in the Kiphire district of Nagaland, India. Held annually from September 1 to 6, it marks the culmination of the harvest season and is a time to express gratitude to the Supreme Being, Lijaba, for a bountiful harvest and to seek blessings for prosperity and longevity. The festival involves various rituals and activities, including the preparation of food, cleaning of the village, and communal feasting. Each day of the six-day festival holds special significance, with specific customs and traditions observed by the community.