Daily Quiz | On festivals on January 13 and 14
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Daily Quiz | On festivals on January 13 and 14
Q: Name the hill on the western ghats where the Makara Jyothi in honour of Lord Ayappa is lit during these period?
A: Ponnambalamedu
Q: Traditionally a sprig of fresh Curcuma longa is tied around the vessel while making this dish. What is the common name of the plant and what is the dish?
A: Turmeric and Pongal
Q: Devavrata, the legendary warrior son of Shantanu and Ganga, decided to leave his mortal body on Uttarayan. How does one better know Devavrata?
A: Bhishma
Q: In which State is the world-famous International Kite Festival held every year on January 14.
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