Which of the following is a religious festival?

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  1. Gangaur
  2. Children's Day
  3. Camel Festival
  4. Teachers' Day

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Option 1 : Gangaur
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The correct answer is 1) Gangaur.

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  • Gangaur is a major festival celebrated in the Indian state of Rajasthan and parts of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal.
  • This festival is dedicated to Goddess Gauri (Parvati), the consort of Lord Shiva, and symbolizes marital bliss and the harvest season.
  • Gangaur is celebrated with great enthusiasm and traditional rituals, including the worship of clay idols of Gauri and Isar (Shiva).
  • The festival lasts for 16 days, starting from the first day of Chaitra (March-April) and ending on the third day of Shukla Paksha in the same month.

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  • Children's Day is celebrated on November 14th in India to mark the birth anniversary of the first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.
  • The Camel Festival is an annual event held in Bikaner, Rajasthan, celebrating the significance of camels in the region.
  • Teachers' Day in India is celebrated on September 5th, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a philosopher and statesman.
  • Religious Festivals: These are events celebrated by various religious communities to honor deities, prophets, or significant religious events, often involving rituals, prayers, and cultural activities.
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