How many times in a year is the Bihu festival celebrated in Assam?

The correct answer is 3 . Key Points Bihu is the official state festival of Assam, which is celebrated thrice a year. Bihu in Assam marks the three distinct phases of the farming calendar. Bihu is a secular festival that is celebrated by people from all parts of Assam irrespective of caste creed or religious background. Important Points The first Bihu is known as the Rongali Bihu or Bohag Bihu, which is celebrated in April. The second Bihu is known as Kati Bihu or Kongali Bihu, which is celebrated during October and Finally, there is Magh Bihu, which is observed during January. New Year as per the Assamese calendar coincides with the beginning of the harvest season, which is also known as Bohag Bihu. Additional Information Dances of Indian States: States of Origin Folk Dances Himachal Pradesh Jhora, Jhali, Chharhi, Dhaman, Chhapeli, Mahasu Jammu & Kashmir Rauf, Hikat, Mandjas, Kud, Dandi Nach Kerala Ottam, Thullal, Kaikottikali Karnataka Yakshgana, Huttari, Suggi, Kunitha, Karga Jharkhand Alkap, Karma Munda, Agni, Jhumar, Janani Jhumar, Mardana Jhumar, Paika, Phagua Maharastra Lavani, Nakata, Koli, Lezim, Gafa, Dahikala, Karga