CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -The Hornbill Festival is an annual festival celebrated from 1 to 10 of December in the Northeastern Indian state of Nagaland.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hornbill Festival of Nagaland is also popularly known as the ‘Festival of Festivals’ and showcases Nagaland’s rich culture. It is organized by the Government of Nagaland, mainly to encourage inter-tribal interaction and to promote the cultural heritage of Nagaland.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is also called the ‘Festival of Festivals”. Much fanfare. Organized by the State Tourism and Art & Culture Departments, Hornbill Festival showcases a mélange of cultural displays under one roof. This festival usually takes place between the 1st and the 10th of December every year in Kohima.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Hornbill Festival is held at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, located around 12 km from the capital of Nagaland, Kohima.