Which of the following festivals marks the start of the Telugu New year?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Ugadi
- Ugadi or Yugadi, also known as Samvatsaradi, is celebrated to mark new year in Indian states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telenagana and Goa.
- It is symbolic that the new year will bring new opportunities and new beginnings.
- On the first day of the Chaitra month according to the Indian lunisolar calendar, it is celebrated in these states.