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The four-day-long Chhath Puja celebrations will begin on which date?
A
November 08
B
November 05
C
November 07
D
November 06
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -This year, Chhath Puja will fall on October 30. It will begin with Nahay Khay on October 28, followed by Kharna on October 29, Chhath Puja, and Usha Arghya on October 31. On each day, people who observe the Chhathi follow rigorous customs.

Detailed explanation-2: -The auspicious four-day Hindu festival of Chhath Puja, also known as Surya Shashti, Chhath, Chhathi, Chhath Parv, Dala Puja and Dala Chhath, is right around the corner. People worship the Sun God, Lord Surya, during the four days of Chathh, as he is known as the God of energy and life force.

Detailed explanation-3: -Devotees fast for 36 hours non stop. According to the ancient scriptures, Chhath Puja was started during the time of Ramayana after killing Ravana when lord Rama and his wife Sita returned from their exile to Ayodhya.

Detailed explanation-4: -This year Chhath Puja 2022 date will start from 28th October and will continue till 31st October. And Chhath Puja Sunset Arghya will be held on 30 October 2022 at 5:37 pm and Chhath Puja Sunrise Arghya 2022 will be held on 31 October 2022 at 6:31 am.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Day 4 of Chhath Puja is known as Usha Arghya or Parana Din. On this day, some devotees will also break the difficult 36-hour-long fast of the Chhath. Arghya will be offered to the rising sun on October 31 and prayers will be offered near the water banks.

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