Question

8. Consider the following statement with reference to Uttarayan Festival which was news recently

• A. a) It is an International Kite festival held at Ahmadabad.
• B. b) The idea of flying kites to celebrate Uttrayan was introduced by Muslims from Persia.
• C. c) Both a, and b.
• D. d) Neither a nor b

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both a, and b.

C)

Explanation:

Uttarayan Festival:

International Kite festival held at Ahmadabad, Gujarat.

It is the sign for farmers that the sun is back and that harvest season is approaching which is called Makara Sankranti.

The idea of flying kites to celebrate Uttrayan was introduced by Muslims from Persia, today regardless of background or beliefs, everyone are welcomed to fly kite in Gujarat in January