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How do festivals bring joy and happiness when celebrated together?

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What is a ‘langar’ and what is its purpose during Gurpurab?

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What is the main message of the ‘Green Earth’ call-out regarding Diwali?

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Why is Mahatma Gandhi remembered on Gandhi Jayanti?

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What specific event regarding Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshman does Diwali commemorate?

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How do people of different religions participate in religious festivals in India?

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What unique event is organized during Onam in Kerala?

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Name four harvest festivals celebrated in India.

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List two safety rules we should follow during festivals.

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What is the traditional dance performed during Baisakhi?

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What is the significance of Republic Day for India?

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What do the effigies burnt during Dussehra symbolize?

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What is the importance of celebrating festivals together?

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What do you understand by the term ‘green diwali’?

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Which deities are prayed to during Diwali?

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Navaratri, the period of fasting before Dussehra, lasts for how many days?

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What are the religious books of Hindus?

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Name two other festivals celebrated by Christians besides Christmas.

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Name a special cake made during Christmas.

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What is the main significance of Holi?

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What traditional activities, besides playing with colors, are part of Holi celebrations?

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How long is Pongal celebrated for, and who is worshipped during it?

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Who addresses the nation from the Red Fort on Independence Day?

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What does it mean to ‘celebrate’ an event?

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Name the three national festivals of India.

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Why should we use natural colours while playing Holi?

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Name the different types of festivals that we celebrate in India.

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How is Republic Day celebrated in India?

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Besides going to church and exchanging gifts, what other common activities do families engage in during Christmas?

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Chapter: 14. Festivals Of India