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The Nuakhai festival is predominantly observed in which state?
A)
Uttar Pradesh
B)
Odisha
C)
Karnataka
D)
Sikkim

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Odisha



It is the most important festival of western Odisha and it takes place in the bright half of the month of Bhadrab on an auspicious day fixed by the astrologers. Though the festival is intended for eating new rice of the year, it is observed as a general festival. On this occasion the new rice is cooked with milk and sugar (Kshiri) and then offered as Bhog to Goddess Laxmi.

Published On : June 30, 2020
Category : Arts and Culture
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