Which of the following statements correctly describes the Hola Mohalla festival celebrated in Punjab?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. It is a Sikh festival featuring martial arts displays and mock battles.
Hola Mohalla is a prominent Sikh festival celebrated in Punjab, usually a day after Holi. It was initiated by Guru Gobind Singh as a demonstration of martial skills, courage, and community spirit. The festival features mock battles, swordplay, horse riding, and other martial arts displays, alongside religious gatherings, kirtans, and poetry recitals.
The other options are incorrect:
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A describes Lohri, a harvest festival with bonfires.
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C refers to Diwali or regional Hindu New Year celebrations.
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D is also about Diwali, the festival of lights celebrated with lamps and fireworks.