SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 37

SSC GD Const (English) - 24 Feb 2024 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q37

Which one is the Traditional Celebrations of Kerala?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • One of the most famous traditional celebrations of Kerala is Onam. Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala, celebrated to mark the homecoming of King Mahabali, a mythical king known for his just rule.
  • It is also a celebration of the rich cultural heritage and agricultural prosperity of the state. The festival falls in the Malayalam month of Chingam, typically in August or September, depending on the lunar calendar.