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SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 64

SSC CPO Tier I - 9th December 2019 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q64

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Which state is the spring festival 'Ali-Aye-Ligang' associated with?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Assam.

  • Ali-Aye-Ligang, a spring festival intertwined with agriculture.
  • Celebrated by the Mishing ethnic community of Assam.
  • Occurs on the initial Wednesday of the Phagun month (mid-February).
  • Ali-Aye-Ligang translates to the initial sowing of seeds and fruits, where 'ALI' signifies seeds, 'AYE' represents fruits, and 'LIGANG' denotes sowing.
  • The traditional dance of the Mishing community during this festival is called Gumrag.
  • Among Assam's other festivals are Bihu, Bwisagu, Me-Dam-Me-Phi, and more.