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