Psn hindu festivals

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  1. 4. M, The "Great Night of Shiva" involving overnight fasting and meditation to honor Lord Shiva.
  2. 5. L, A harvest festival celebrated with bonfires, folk songs, and traditional sweets like jaggery.
  3. 9. S, Also known as Vasant Panchami, honoring the Goddess of knowledge, music, and art.
  4. 10. R, A festival where sisters tie a protective thread (Rakhi) around their brothers' wrists.
  5. 11. G, A 10-day festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, culminating in the immersion of idols.
  6. 13. J, The celebration of the birth of Lord Krishna, often marked by "Dahi Handi" competitions.
  7. 16. O, A harvest festival celebrated in Kerala featuring Pookalam (flower carpets) and boat races.
  8. 17. D, Also known as Vijayadashami, commemorating the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana.
  9. 19. H, The birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, the vanara god known for his supreme devotion to Rama.
  10. 20. D, The "Festival of Lights" marking the victory of light over darkness and the return of Lord Rama.
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  1. 1. K, A major pilgrimage held every 12 years where devotees take a ritual dip in holy waters.
  2. 2. B, A festival honoring the bond between brothers and sisters through tilak ceremonies and gift exchanges.
  3. 3. G, A day dedicated to expressing gratitude toward spiritual and academic teachers (Gurus).
  4. 6. H, The "Festival of Colors" marking the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil.
  5. 7. K, A day-long fast observed by married women for the longevity and safety of their husbands.
  6. 8. M, A harvest festival marking the sun's transition into Capricorn, famously celebrated with kite-flying.
  7. 12. T, A series of monsoon festivals celebrated by women with swings, songs, and fasting.
  8. 14. N, A nine-night festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, featuring traditional dances like Garba.
  9. 15. R, The birth anniversary of Lord Rama, celebrated by reading the Ramayana and organizing processions.
  10. 18. C, An ancient Vedic festival dedicated to the Sun God (Surya), primarily observed by offering prayers at riverbanks.