GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN CULTURE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Sangai Festival is celebrated in which among the following states of India?

A	Uttar Pradesh
B	Andhra Pradesh
C	Assam
D	Manipur

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The Sangai festival is celebrated in Manipur. Sangai festival is an annual cultural festival of Manipur. The Festival is organized by Manipur Tourism Department.

Detailed explanation-2: -Yaosang. Celebrated for five days commencing from the full moon day of Phalguna (February/March), Yaoshang is the premier festival of Manipur.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sangai Festival is an annual cultural extravaganza in Manipur. Every year the Government of Manipur, headed by the Tourism Department, celebrates the Sangai Festival. This 10-day long festival lasts from 21st to 30th of November. The cultural celebrations showcase the uniqueness of the North-Eastern State.

Detailed explanation-4: -One of the major festivals of Manipur is Gang-Ngai, which is celebrated in the month of December/January by the Kabui Nagas. It is marked by an oath taking ceremony followed by a common feast. Dances are held, farewell gifts are distributed & there is vigorous merrymaking on all sides.

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