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WorksheetsExploring Marathi Cultural Festivals
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the main festival celebrated in Maharashtra that honors the elephant-headed god Ganesh?
Diwali
Ganesh Chaturthi
Holi
Makar Sankranti
Which festival marks the arrival of the monsoon and is celebrated with traditional dances and songs in Maharashtra?
Diwali
Gudi Padwa
Makar Sankranti
Holi
What is the significance of the festival 'Gudi Padwa' in Marathi culture?
Gudi Padwa is significant as it marks the Marathi New Year and symbolizes prosperity, new beginnings, and the arrival of spring.
Gudi Padwa celebrates the victory of a king in battle.
Gudi Padwa is a festival dedicated to the worship of ancestors.
Gudi Padwa marks the end of the monsoon season.
During which festival do people decorate their homes with colorful rangoli and celebrate the harvest?
Pongal
Navratri
Holi
Diwali
What is the traditional sweet dish made during Diwali in Maharashtra called?
Puran Poli
Modak
Karanji
Ladoo
Which festival is celebrated to honor the warrior king Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra?
Makar Sankranti
Shivaji Jayanti
Gudi Padwa
Diwali
What is the name of the festival that celebrates the end of the harvest season in Maharashtra?
Holi
Makar Sankranti
Gudi Padwa
Diwali
Which festival involves the immersion of idols in water and is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Maharashtra?
Makar Sankranti
Ganesh Chaturthi
Diwali
Holi
What is the traditional attire worn by women during Marathi festivals?
Lehenga choli
Kurta pajama
Nauvari saree or Paithani saree
Anarkali suit
Which festival is known for its vibrant processions and cultural performances in Maharashtra?
Diwali
Makar Sankranti
Ganesh Chaturthi
Holi
