16) Raja Parba festival Flashcards
1
Q
Where is this festival celebrated ?
A
Odisha
2
Q
Why is this celebrated ?
A
It is a 3day unique festival celebrating the onset of monsoon and the earth’s womanhood
3
Q
What is the popular belief ?
A
It is believed that during this time the Mother Earth or Bhudevi undergoes menstruation
4
Q
How many days is it celebrated ?
A
3 days (In this time, agricultural activities are suspended)
5
Q
When is it celebrated ?
A
Raja Sankranti day – 1st day of Ashada Maasa
