Question

Q3. Consider the following statements about Nowruz:

1. In India, the Parsi community, who follow Zoroastrianism, celebrate Navroz.

2. Now means ‘new’ and Ruz means ‘day’, so Nowruz signifies “new day”. It coincides with the Spring Equinox.

Which of the statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both 1 and 2

Nowruz

• Nowruz, also spelled as Navroz, is the Iranian New Year celebrated by ethnic Iranian people.
• Nowruz is a Persian word that consists of the words now and ruz. Now means ‘new’ and Ruz means ‘day’, so Nowruz signifies “new day”. It coincides with the Spring Equinox
• Nowruz promotes peace and solidarity in families. It’s a day that promotes friendship among peoples and different communities.
• In India, the Parsi community, who follow Zoroastrianism, celebrate Navroz with full fervour.