SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CGL - 01 Dec 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q37

Which of the following festivals is celebrated in the month of August–September?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Onam.

  • The celebrations of Onam start on Atham day (the day when Atham Nakshatra prevails) and continue for 10 days till Thiruvonam day, also the most auspicious day during the festival of Onam.
  • Atham Nakshatra is known as Hasta Nakshatra in other Hindu calendars.