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Q: Which festival is known as Magh Bihu in Assam?
  • A. Raksha Bandhan
  • B. Holi
  • C. Dussehra
  • D. Makar Sankranti
Correct Answer: Option D - Makar sankranti is known as Magh Bihu in Assam. Magh bihu or Bhogali Bihu which is a harvest festival and marks the end of harvesting season comes from the word bhog which means eating and enjoyment. It marks the end of harvesting season in the month of Magha (January- February)
D. Makar sankranti is known as Magh Bihu in Assam. Magh bihu or Bhogali Bihu which is a harvest festival and marks the end of harvesting season comes from the word bhog which means eating and enjoyment. It marks the end of harvesting season in the month of Magha (January- February)

Explanations:

Makar sankranti is known as Magh Bihu in Assam. Magh bihu or Bhogali Bihu which is a harvest festival and marks the end of harvesting season comes from the word bhog which means eating and enjoyment. It marks the end of harvesting season in the month of Magha (January- February)