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Dive into our latest quiz by our quizmasters and uncover fascinating facts about the vibrant celebrations, traditions, and cultural highlights that make Indian festivals truly unique.
From Diwali’s dazzling lights to Holi’s colorful splashes, this quiz will challenge your understanding and appreciation of these lively celebrations. So, what are you waiting for?
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Indian Festivals Quiz Questions and Answers
1. Which Indian festival is also called the 'Thanksgiving Festival of India'?
a. Pongal
b. Diwali
c. Holi
d. Raksha Bandhan
2. If it is 'Bhogali Bihu' in Assam, 'Lohri' in Punjab, 'Sankranthi' in Karnataka, what is it in Tamil Nadu?
a. Karthigai
b. Pongal
c. Tamil New Year
d. Panchami
3. The festival of Bhogi is dedicated to which Indian deity?
a. Lord Agni
b. Lord Shiva
c. Lord Surya
d. Lord Indra
4. In Tamil Nadu, the Mahamagam festival happens once in _______ years.
a. Twelve
b. Ten
c. Eight
d. Six
5. What is the name of the King who is associated with the festival of Onam?
a. Vamana
b. Manobala
c. Mareecha
d. Mahabali
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Answers
1. Which Indian festival is also called the 'Thanksgiving Festival of India'?
a. Pongal
b. Diwali
c. Holi
d. Raksha Bandhan
Did You Know?
During the festival of Pongal, people pay tribute to the Sun God, cattle, and the rain for favoring the year's harvest.
Read more about it in this link.
2. If it is 'Bhogali Bihu' in Assam, 'Lohri' in Punjab, 'Sankranthi' in Karnataka, what is it in Tamil Nadu?
a. Karthigai
b. Pongal
c. Tamil New Year
d. Panchami
Did You Know?
Pongal means boiling over rice with milk and is celebrated in the month of January.
Read more about it in this link.
3. The festival of Bhogi is dedicated to which Indian deity?
a. Lord Agni
b. Lord Shiva
c. Lord Surya
d. Lord Indra
Did You Know?
As per the legend, Indira begs forgiveness from Lord Krishna after his arrogance is muted by Krishna. It is celebrated as a day when good triumphs evil.
Read more about it in this link.
4. In Tamil Nadu, the Mahamagam festival happens once in _______ years.
a. Twelve
b. Ten
c. Eight
d. Six
Did You Know? People come to take bath in the Mahamagam tank in Kumbakonam and this festival is often called the 'Kumbh Mela of the South'.
Read more about it in this link.
5. What is the name of the King who is associated with the festival of Onam?
a. Vamana
b. Manobala
c. Mareecha
d. Mahabali
Did You Know? As per the legend, Vamana, the incarnation of Vishnu, requests for a piece of land from King Mahabali that could be covered with three steps.
Read more about it in this link.
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