CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -A few years ago, Nagaland banned single-use plastics and has been carrying out awareness drives against it. The venue of the Hornbill Festival, Kisama Heritage village, 12 km away from the capital city of Kohima, makes water dispensers available for tourists. Plastic banks are also placed to collect used water bottles.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Festival is celebrated in Nagaland to encourage inter-tribal interaction and to preserve, protect and revive the uniqueness and richness of the Naga heritage. It is organized by State Tourism and Art & Culture Departments and also supported by Union Government.

Detailed explanation-3: -Taking place in the most eastern state of India, Nagaland, the Hornbill festival witnesses the coming together of the cultures and traditions of 16 tribes of the region and more. A blend of music, handicrafts, dance forms and food, the festival aims to revive and sustain the diversity of the Naga culture and heritage.

Detailed explanation-4: -Hornbill Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Nagaland, celebrated every year from 1st to 10th December. The Hornbill Festival is indeed the most renowned celebration of Nagas. There is a huge gathering for merrymaking in the form of drinking, eating, singing, and dancing.

Detailed explanation-5: -Organized by the Department of State Tourism and Department of Art & Culture, the Hornbill Festival showcases a mélange of cultural displays under one roof. This festival usually takes place between 1 and 10 December every year mainly in Kohima District.