Question
Download Solution PDFMatch the following Folk Festivals with the Tribes they are associated with:
Folk Festival |
Tribe |
A. Hornbill Festival |
Naga Tribes |
B. Madai Festival |
Gond Tribe |
C. Sammakka-Sarakka Jatara |
Koya Tribe |
D. Bhagoria Festival |
Bhil Tribe |
How many of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 4 : All four
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is All four.
Key Points
Correct Matching & Explanation:
A. Hornbill Festival → 1. Naga Tribes
- Celebrated in Nagaland, showcasing the traditions of all Naga tribes.
- Named after the Hornbill bird, which is culturally significant to Nagas.
B. Madai Festival → 2. Gond Tribe
- Celebrated by the Gonds of Chhattisgarh, dedicated to Goddess Danteshwari.
- Includes processions, dances, and fairs.
C. Sammakka-Sarakka Jatara → 3. Koya Tribe
- A major tribal festival of Telangana, associated with the Koya tribe.
- Dedicated to Goddess Sammakka and Saralamma.
D. Bhagoria Festival → 4. Bhil Tribe
- Celebrated by Bhil and Bhilala tribes in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
- Known for its unique marriage custom, where young men and women choose their partners.