SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 73

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q73

Which of the following festivals is celebrated in Jharkhand during the spring season when the saal trees wear new leaves?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 is sarhul.

  • The festival celebrated in Jharkhand during the spring season when the saal trees wear new leaves is called "Sarhul."
  • Sarhul is an important tribal festival in Jharkhand, particularly among the tribal communities like the Oraon and Munda.
  • It is a nature-worshiping festival, celebrating the arrival of spring and the rejuvenation of nature.
  • During Sarhul, people worship the saal tree and offer prayers to their deities for a good harvest and a prosperous year ahead.
  • It typically involves singing, dancing, and various rituals that connect the tribal communities with their cultural and natural heritage