Question 2536

Which of the pairs given below is /are correct? I. Sarhul - Jharkhand II. Saga Dawa - Assam

Answer

I only

Why?

The correct answer is I only. Key Points Sarhul Sarhul is celebrated by many tribes in Jharkhand, but most notably the Munda, Ho, and Oraon tribes. Hence, pair II is correctly matched. While nature veneration is an important aspect of the festival, there are also many cultural programs that are enjoyed along with it. Among these many cultural events is“Baa Porob”, the festival of flowers and the worship of the Sal Tree as well as a special Sarhul dance. Saga Dawa Saga Dawa or the Triple Blessed Festival is an auspicious month for the Sikkimese Buddhists with prayers held throughout the month in various monasteries. Hence, pair II is not correctly matched. The full moon of this 4th month of the Tibetan calendar [celebrated as Buddha Purnima in the rest of India] is the main celebration. It is believed that on this day the Buddha was born, attained Enlightenment, and achieved nirvana. A colourful procession of monks playing musical instruments and devotees carrying holy texts, portraits, and statues of Lord Buddha is taken out in Gangtok as well as in other towns and villages of Sikkim. Additional Information Wangala Wangala Festival of Meghalaya is the most popular festival among the Garos of Meghalaya, India. Wangala Festival is a harvest festival held in honour of Saljong, the Sun-god of fertility. The celebration of the Wangala Festival marks the end of a period of toil, which brings good output to the fields. It also signifies the onset of winter. Also known as a 100 drums festival, Wangala Festival is the occasion when the tribals offer sacrifices to please their main deity Saljong - the Sun God. It is generally celebrated for two days and sometimes continues for even a week. The ceremony performed on the first day known as "Ragula" is performed inside the house of the chief.