Question

Which of the following festivals are related to agriculture?
(A) Bihu
(B) Baisakhi
(C) Holi
(D) Pongal
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only
• B. (A), (B) and (C) only
• C. (A), (B), (C) and (D)
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The question asks which festivals are related to agriculture. Let's examine each festival: 

1. Bihu: Celebrated in Assam, Bihu is strongly linked with agriculture as it marks the Assamese New Year and the beginning of the harvest season.
2. Baisakhi: This festival is predominantly observed in Punjab and is associated with the harvest of Rabi crops.
3. Holi: A festival of colors, Holi marks the start of spring but is not specifically related to agricultural practices.
4. Pongal: Celebrated mainly in Tamil Nadu, Pongal is a thanksgiving festival dedicated to the Sun God for the successful harvest.

Considering these points, the festivals specifically associated with agriculture are Bihu, Baisakhi, and Pongal.

Therefore, the correct answer is (A), (B) and (D) only.

Answer 2

Let's analyze the festivals and their connection to agriculture:

A. Bihu - Bihu is a major festival in Assam and is directly related to agriculture. It marks the beginning of the harvest season and is celebrated by farmers to thank the gods for the harvest and to pray for prosperity. So, Bihu is indeed related to agriculture.

B. Baisakhi - Baisakhi is celebrated in Punjab and other parts of North India. It marks the harvest season and is closely linked to the agricultural cycle, especially the harvest of wheat. It is also a time for thanking the gods for a good harvest. So, Baisakhi is related to agriculture.

C. Holi - Holi is a festival celebrated with much enthusiasm, but it is not specifically linked to agriculture. It is more associated with the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. While it might have some indirect agricultural connections due to the season, it is not primarily an agricultural festival.

D. Pongal - Pongal is a major festival in Tamil Nadu and is directly related to agriculture. It celebrates the harvest, particularly the harvest of rice, and is a time for farmers to give thanks for a bountiful crop. So, Pongal is related to agriculture.

Thus, the festivals related to agriculture are Bihu, Baisakhi, and Pongal.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1: (A), (B), and (D) only.