It is the festival of lights. Symbolized victory over evil. Lamps are lit for hope for mankind,

new beginning and positive qualities one should have.

It was celebrated when Lord Rama returned from his 14 years Vanvaas.

Makar Sankranti (Kite Festival)

Mid-Winter Hindu festival Festival is celebrated by taking dips

in the Ganges River. Dip is said to purify the self. Celebrated for 3 days and is more of

a cultural festival.

Celebrated on the day after the full moon in early March

Festival to celebrate good harvest Spring festival Also called the “Festival of Colors” Day one = bonfire is lit at night Day two = people go around and throw

colored powder and water at each other End with a feasts at a friends house in

the evening

HOLI

RAKSHA BANDHAN

Raksha = protection Bandhan = lasting bond celebrates the relationship between

brothers and sisters Thread-tying ceremony (rakhi) sister recognizes the bond between

them brother vows to look after her Feed each other sweets

Annual festival in honor of Ganesh Elephant headed deity Remover of obstacles

celebrated for ten days Day 1 = idol placed on platform and

decorated For ten days Ganesh is worshipped Ends when the idol of Ganesh is immersed

into the most convenient body of water Most popular in Mumbai

GANESH CHATURTH

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GANESH CHATURTH

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THANK YOU

Ritika Jain X – D 30