Question

In which of the following states is the Bihula festival very popular?
1. Bihar
2. Madhya Pradesh
3. Odisha
4. Gujarat

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Bihar

The correct answer is Bihar.

• Bihula festival:
  • It is a well-known festival in eastern Bihar, especially in the Bhagalpur district of Bihar.
  • Devotees pray to Goddess Mansa for the well-being of their families during the festival, which takes place every August.
  • The festival promotes the brilliant Manjusha art, which is on par with other well-known Bihar folk arts such as Jadopetiya of Santhal Parganas and Madhubani paintings of Mithilanchal.
  • This festival is held during the month of August each year.

State	Festivals
Odisha	Chaitra Jatra, Dhanu Jatra, Jagannath Rath Yatra, Turtle Festival, Nuakhai Festival
Gujarat	Bhavnath Fair, Rann Utsav, Shamlaji Fair, International Kite Festival
Madhya Pradesh	Mandu Festival, Tansen Festival, Namaste Orchha festival, Khajuraho Dance Festival