Which harvest festival in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana is celebrated for four days with the Bhogi bonfire?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Answer: Sankranti.
Explanation:
In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the festival of Makar Sankranti is celebrated with great enthusiasm, primarily spanning four days. It is a major harvest festival. The names of these four days are as follows:
Bhogi: On the first day, people burn old belongings and wood in a bonfire, symbolizing a new beginning.
Sankranti: The main day of the festival.
Kanuma: On the third day, cattle (especially cows) are worshipped.
Mukkanuma: On the fourth day, family and friends gather to celebrate together.
During this period, 'Gangireddu' (decorated bulls) and 'Muggulu' (Rangoli) serve as distinct hallmarks of the celebration.
Additional Points:
Ugadi: This is the festival marking the Telugu and Kannada New Year.
Bathukamma: This is a famous floral festival of Telangana, celebrated primarily by women.
Vinayaka Chaturthi: A festival celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers:
Question: On which day of the four-day Sankranti festival are cattle worshipped?
Answer: On the third day (Kanuma).
Question: What is the main highlight of the 'Bhogi' festival?
Answer: Lighting a sacred bonfire by burning old belongings.