Which festival is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh in March/April?

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The correct answer is Ugadi.Key Points

Ugadi is a major festival celebrated in the southern states of India, especially in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka.
It marks the beginning of the Hindu lunar calendar and is celebrated on the first day of the month of Chaitra, which usually falls in March or April.
The festival is also known as Yugadi, which means 'the beginning of a new age.'
It symbolizes the start of a new year and the onset of spring.
On this day, people clean and decorate their homes, wear new clothes, prepare special dishes, and offer prayers to the gods.
They also exchange greetings and gifts with friends and family.