SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 28

SSC GD Constable (English) - 17 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q28

Which festival is not observed in Uttar Pradesh?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Nuakhai.

  • Nuakhai is a traditional festival celebrated primarily in the Indian state of Odisha, although it is also observed in some parts of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and other neighboring regions.
  • The word "Nuakhai" is derived from two Odia words - "Nua," meaning new, and "Khai," meaning food.