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Download Solution PDFIn which state is the festival of Gudi Padwa specially celebrated?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Maharashtra.Key Points:
- Gudi Padwa, which is mostly observed in the state of Maharashtra, ushers in the harvest season.
- According to the lunisolar Hindu calendar, Maharashtrians celebrate the day as New Year's Day.
- Gudi, which refers to Brahma's flag, and Padwa, Padva, or Paddava, which refers to the first day of the moon's bright phase, are the two terms that make up the phrase "Gudi Padwa."
- According to the Hindu lunisolar calendar, Gudi Padwa is observed on the first day of Chaitra, which, according to the Gregorian calendar, often occurs between March and April.
- In 2022, Gudi Padwa was celebrated on 2nd April.
Important Points:
- Gudi Padwa is mentioned in numerous myths and legends.
- It is stated in the Brahma Purana, one of the revered Hindu texts, that Lord Brahma restored the universe after a natural disaster killed everyone and stopped time.
- After Brahma's efforts, time was reset on this day, ushering in a new era of truth and justice. On this day, Lord Brahma is worshipped as a result.
Additional Information:
| Important Festivals of North East India | |
| State | Festivals |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Boori Boot, Myoko, Dree, Pongtu, Losar, Monpa festival |
| Assam | Ambubachi, Bhogali Bihu, Baishagu, Dehing Patkai |
| Mizoram | Chapcharkut Festival |
| Nagaland | Hornbill festival, Tsukheneye, Sekreny |
| Meghalaya | Nongkrem festival, Khasis festival, Wangla |
| Manipur | Yaoshang, Porag, Chavang Kut |
| Tripura | Kharchi Puja |
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