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Question : The Behdienkhlam festival is primarily celebrated in the state of:

Option 1: Uttar Pradesh
 

Option 2: West Bengal

Option 3: Meghalaya

Option 4: Jharkhand


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Correct Answer: Meghalaya


Solution : The correct answer is Meghalaya .

The Behdienkhlam Festival is one of the most common celebrations in Meghalaya. "Behdienkhlam" means "drive away the wicked spirits/demons of plagues/cholera." It is observed before the rainy season, which also signifies the end of the planting season. The purpose of this harvest celebration is to appease the gods and guarantee a bountiful crop.

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