‘Onam’ is the famous festival of which among the following states --
Onam is the principal annual harvest and state festival of Keralam, formerly Kerala. It is celebrated during the Malayalam month of Chingam (August–September) to commemorate…
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‘Onam’ is the famous festival of which among the following states --
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Onam is the principal annual harvest and state festival of Keralam, formerly Kerala. It is celebrated during the Malayalam month of Chingam (August–September) to commemorate the legendary homecoming of King Mahabali. Traditions include floral carpets (Pookkalam), snake-boat races (Vallam Kali) and a feast (Onam Sadya).
The official name Keralam took effect on 25 August 2026. Rath Yatra and Raja Parba are associated with Odisha, Bihu with Assam and Baisakhi with Punjab.
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Option A
Major festivals of Odisha include Rath Yatra, Raja Parba and Nuakhai.
Option B
Onam is the annual harvest and cultural festival of Keralam, formerly Kerala. It is celebrated in Chingam (August–September) and marks the legendary homecoming of King Mahabali.
Option C
Incorrect. The principal harvest and cultural festival of Assam is Bihu (Bohag Bihu, Magh Bihu, and Kati Bihu).
Option D
Incorrect. Major harvest and cultural festivals of Punjab are Baisakhi and Lohri.
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