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Kongal Bihu is celebrated in October and is associated with the September equinox, while Bhogali Bihu is celebrated in January and is associated with the January solstice.
Bihu performances use these instruments:
Bohag in April, Kongal in October, Bhogali in January
1. Regarding India’s festival diversity, which statements are accurate?
2. Indian festivals are characterized by which of the following features?
3. Concerning the Bihu traditions of Assam, which statements are accurate?
What does festival diversity in India reflect?
The religious, social, tribal, and multicultural variety of the country.
What significance do Indian festivals have?
They have great religious and social significance.
How often are Indian festivals celebrated?
They are celebrated throughout the year with enthusiasm.
What is Bihu in Assam?
A set of three different cultural festivals associated with farming.
When is Bohag Bihu celebrated?
In mid-April.
What does Bohag Bihu mark?
The beginning of the Assamese New Year.
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