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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 46

SSC GD Constable (English) - 16th November 2021 Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q46

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The religious festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is especially associated with which of the
following states?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Maharashtra.

  • The best places to experience Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtra are Mumbai and Pune.
  •  It is majorly celebrated in states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.
  • Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chavithi, is an auspicious Hindu festival which is celebrated for 10 days every year.
  • The festival is celebrated in the Bhadra month as per the Hindu calendar which generally falls in mid-August to September. It marks the birthday of the beloved elephant-headed Lord Ganesha.