Bohag Bihu is the _____ New year celebrated by performing the folk dance Bihu…
2019
Bohag Bihu is the _____ New year celebrated by performing the folk dance Bihu and a grand buffet.
- A.
Assamese
- B.
Manipuri
- C.
Odia
- D.
Bengali
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Correct answer: A
Answer: Bohag Bihu is the Assamese New Year.
Key points:
Bohag Bihu (Rongali Bihu) marks the Assamese New Year, celebrated in mid-April.
The festival is known for the traditional Bihu folk dance and large communal feasts.
It is specific to Assam and is distinct from other regional new year celebrations such as:
Manipuri new year: Sajibu Nongma Panba (Meitei lunar new year).
Odia new year: Pana Sankranti (Maha Vishuba Sankranti).
Bengali new year: Pohela Boishakh.
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