Question

For both Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, the new year begins in the month of Chaitra. In Andhra it is called Ugadi. By what name is it referred to in Maharashtra?
1. Lavani
2. Baisakhi
3. Gudi Padwa
4. Bhau Beej

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Gudi Padwa

The correct answer is Gudi Padwa.

• Gudi Padwa is observed on the first day of the month of Chaitra which is the first month in the Hindu calendar.
• Gudi Padwa is majorly celebrated in Maharashtra.
• Gudi Padwa celebrates the crowning of Lord Ram after his return to Ayodhya along with Sita and Lakshman after completing exile of 14 years.
• The Gudi (flag) denotes Lord Ram’s victory over the demon king Ravana.

• Gudi Padwa is known as Ugadi in the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
• The Konkani community refers to the Gudi Padwa festival as Samwatsara.
• The festival of Chaitra Navratri also starts on the same day as Gudi Padwa in North India.

Festival	Description
Lavani	Lavani is one of the most popular dances in Maharashtra.
Baisakhi	Baisakhi is a spring harvest festival for Sikhs and Hindus. It also marks the beginning of the Sikh's New Year.
Bhau Beej	Bhaubeej or Bhai Dooj is the fourth and final day of the Diwali festivity. On the day of Bhau Beej, sisters pray for their brother's long and healthy life.