Question 3706

Ambubachi Mela is celebrated in which among the following states?

Answer

Assam

Why?

The correct answer is Assam. Key Points Ambubachi Mela is an annual Hindu fair held at Kamakhya Temple in Assam. The mela is held to mark the annual menstruation course of goddess Kamakhya. The festival is known as the ‘Mahakumbh of the East’ due to its massive gathering of pilgrims. The temple remains closed for three days during the festival, and it is reopened on the fourth day with great celebrations. Important Points The Kamakhya Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India. The temple is dedicated to the mother goddess Kamakhya, one of the oldest of the 51 Shakti Peethas. The festival draws a huge number of devotees from all over the country, especially from the states of West Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha. Additional Information Sikkim ​ Sikkim is known for its Buddhist monasteries and beautiful landscapes. It is famous for the Rumtek Monastery and the annual Pang Lhabsol festival. Manipur ​ Manipur is known for its classical dance form called Manipuri dance and the Keibul Lamjao National Park, which is the only floating national park in the world. Meghalaya Meghalaya is famous for its living root bridges, Cherrapunji (one of the wettest places on Earth), and the annual Nongkrem Dance Festival.