Consider the following statements:
1. It is an annual festival celebrated in the twin Cities Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
2. The celebration begins on the first Sunday of Aashaadam at Golconda Fort, followed by Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad.
3. It signifies a change of season, and the offering is made to seek the goddess's blessings for good health and well-being.

Which one of the following festivals is described in the above given statements ?
(a) Chithirai Festival
(b) Bonalu Festival
(c) Bhagoria Festival
(d) Wangala Festival

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Consider the following statements:
1. It is an annual festival celebrated in the twin Cities Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
2. The celebration begins on the first Sunday of Aashaadam at Golconda Fort, followed by Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad.
3. It signifies a change of season, and the offering is made to seek the goddess's blessings for good health and well-being.

Which one of the following festivals is described in the above given statements ?
(a) Chithirai Festival
(b) Bonalu Festival
(c) Bhagoria Festival
(d) Wangala Festival

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Bonalu is an annual Hindu festival celebrated in Telangana, especially in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Dedicated to Goddess Mahakali, it is one of the most important cultural celebrations in the region.

Statement 1 is correct: Bonalu is primarily celebrated in Hyderabad and Secunderabad in the state of Telangana.

Statement 2 is correct: The celebrations traditionally begin at Golconda Fort on the first Sunday of the Hindu month of Aashaadam (June/July) and then proceed at various temples, with the Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad being one of the main centers.

Statement 3 is correct: Bonalu is celebrated during the monsoon season, marking a seasonal transition. Devotees offer food (Bonam) to the goddess, praying for protection, health, and prosperity.

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Consider the following statements: 1. It is an annual festival celebrated in the twin Cities Hyderabad and Secunderabad. 2. The celebration begins on the first Sunday of Aashaadam at Golconda Fort, followed by Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad. 3. It signifies a change of season, and the offering is made to seek the goddess's blessings for good health and well-being. Which one of the following festivals is described in the above given statements ? (a) Chithirai Festival (b) Bonalu Festival (c) Bhagoria Festival (d) Wangala Festival