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Festivals of India

India celebrates various festivals throughout the year, each unique to different states
and cultures. These festivals reflect the traditions, customs, and beliefs of specific re-
gions.

Fill the given sentences about regional festivals using the ‘Hint box’.

Durga Puja is a grand festival celebrated in _____________ to honour

1 Goddess Durga. People visit pandals, offer prayers, and participate in cultural
events.

Ganesh Chaturthi is most famously celebrated in _____________ and
2 involves worshipping Lord Ganesha.

Bihu is the most important festival of _____________ and is celebrated to
3 mark the Assamese New Year and the harvest season.

Baisakhi is celebrated in _____________ to mark the Sikh New Year and the
4 harvest season, with energetic Bhangra dances and processions.

Onam is a vibrant festival celebrated in _____________ , featuring colourful

5 flower decorations, traditional dances like Kathakali, and a grand feast called
Onam Sadya.

The festival of Pongal is predominantly celebrated in _____________ and
6 marks the harvest season.

Hint Box Knowledge Corner

Assam, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, West Uttarayan is celebrated in Gujarat, the sky is filled with
Bengal, Maharashtra, Kerala colourful kites during this festival in January.

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