GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -Losoong also called Namsoong by the Lepchas is the Sikkimese is usually the time when the farmers rejoice and celebrate their harvest. Although the festival is celebrated privately among family members and friends there is an air of festivity all around.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Lepchas also celebrate it and call it Namsoong. It is celebrated by inviting freinds and family with traditional gaity and celebrations. The festival have been adapted from the traditions and rituals of the Tibetan New Year, Losar. The festival is conducted at the Phodong and Rumtek Monasteries in Sikkim.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the most anticipated festivals of Sikkim, Losoong is celebrated as per the Tibetan Lunar Calendar. It falls on the 18th day of the 10th month of every year and the festivities of the same continue for 5 days.

Detailed explanation-4: -Pang Lhabsol is a festival unique to Sikkim and is performed every year to pay tribute, honour and to propitiate the protective guarding deities of Sikkim, especially Mount Khangchendzonga, the guardian deity of Sikkim. It falls on the fifteenth day of the seventh month as per the lunar calendar.