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14. Festivals Of India

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Chapter: 14. Festivals Of India

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Question 1

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Based on the image, which national festival is likely being celebrated?

What significant event does this particular national festival commemorate?

Who usually takes the salute or addresses the nation during this celebration?

The image likely depicts the celebration of Republic Day, given the presence of Indian flags, a military band, a large cheering crowd, and a grand monument which are typical features of its parade.

Republic Day commemorates the day when the people of India chose to formally adopt and follow the Constitution of India, establishing the country as a republic.

During the Republic Day parade at Rajpath, New Delhi, the President of India typically takes the salute. For Independence Day, the Prime Minister unfurls the flag and addresses the nation from the Red Fort.

Question 2

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Which religious festival is depicted in the image?

What is the main historical or mythological event this festival commemorates?

What spiritual meaning is associated with lighting lamps during this festival?

The image, showing a family lighting diyas and a decorated home with sweets, depicts the celebration of Diwali.

Diwali primarily commemorates the return of Lord Rama, Goddess Sita, and his brother Lakshman to Ayodhya after completing fourteen years of exile.

Lighting lamps during Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. It also represents inner spiritual light, knowledge, and prosperity, inviting blessings into the home.

Question 3

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Name the harvest festival shown in the picture.

What does this festival celebrate in terms of seasons?

Why is it important to use natural colours while participating in this festival?

The picture clearly shows the celebration of Holi, characterized by the vibrant splashing of colours and use of pichkaris.

Holi primarily celebrates the arrival of the spring season, marking the end of winter and welcoming the freshness and vibrancy of spring.

It is important to use natural colours while playing Holi because artificial colours can contain harmful chemicals that irritate the skin, cause allergies, or damage hair. Natural colours are safer for health and also better for the environment.

Question 4

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What is the name of this communal kitchen depicted in the image?

During which religious festival is such a communal kitchen prominently featured?

What is the core principle or value behind providing free food in this setting?

The communal kitchen depicted in the image, where people are sitting on the floor and being served food by volunteers, is called a Langar.

Such a communal kitchen, or Langar, is prominently featured and organized in Gurudwaras during the religious festival of Gurpurab, which celebrates the birthday of Guru Nanak.

The core principle behind providing free food in a Langar is the concept of selfless service (Seva) and equality. It emphasizes that all people, regardless of their background, religion, caste, or wealth, are equal and should sit together to share a meal as one community.

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