Question

The last month of the national calendar based on the Saka Era is
1. Chaitra
2. Magha
3. Pausha
4. Phalguna

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Phalguna

The correct answer is Phalguna.

• The last month of the national calendar based on the Saka Era is Phalguna.

• Phalguna-
  • It is the last month as per the Hindu calendar.
  • According to the Gregorian calendar, it falls in the month of February-March.
  • According to Hindu scriptures, the month of Phalguna is considered the month of energy and youth.
  • It is said that the atmosphere becomes pleasant during the month of Phalguna.
  • The main festivals celebrated during this period are Holi and Mahashivratri.

• Holi is celebrated on the last full moon day of Phalguna and marks the end of the winter season.
  • Chaitra- According to the Indian calendar, the first month of the Hindu calendar is Chaitra.
    • This month marks the end of spring and the arrival of summer.
    • This month is related to Chitra Nakshatra, hence it is called Chaitra.
  • Magha- It is the 11^th month of the year according to the Hindu calendar.
    • This month is said to be free from sins. Astrology, religious and natural terms are also considered to be of special importance.
  • Pausha- According to the Hindu calendar, the tenth month of the year is called Paush.
    • According to astrologers, the sun god is mainly worshiped in the month of Pausha.