GK Questions with Answers on Ugadi

Ugadi is a vibrant festival that is celebrated in the month of Chaitra. It marks the beginning of the new year and the spring season. Ugadi is celebrated with joy and happiness in the southern part of India. On the occasion of Ugadi, let us explore some interesting facts about Ugadi with a GK quiz.

GK Questions with Answers on Ugadi

Question 1 

What does the word Ugadi mean? 

A) festival of colours

B) beginning of a new age 

C) beginning of harvest season 

D) victory of good over evil

Question 2 

Which of the following Indian states celebrate Ugadi?

A) Tamil Nadu, Kerala 

B) Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka 

C) Kerala, Karnataka 

D) Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh

Question 3 

Which traditional dish is prepared during Ugadi?

A) Puranpoli

B) Bisi Bele Bath

C) Ugadi Pachadi

D) Ven Pongal

Question 4 

How many flavours are there in the Ugadi Pachadi?

A) 4 

B) 5 

C) 6 

D) 7

Question 5 

What does the bitter taste of the neem buds used in the Ugadi Pachadi symbolize? 

A) Happiness 

B) Anger 

C) Sadness 

D) Surprise

Question 6 

What is the name of the New Year festival celebrated in the state of Maharashtra? 

A) Baisakhi 

B) Vishu 

C) Puthandu 

D) Gudi Padwa

Question 7 

What is the traditional ritual of listening to the yearly almanac on Ugadi called? 

A) Kavi Sammelanam 

B) Panchanga Sravanam 

C) Abhyangam 

D) Tarpanam

Question 8 

Which ingredient in Ugadi Pachadi represents happiness or sweet experiences in life? 

A) Tamarind 

B) Raw Mango 

C) Jaggery 

D) Green Chilli

Question 9 

Which tree leaves are used to decorate the entrance of homes on Ugadi? 

A) Banana

B) Peepal 

C) Banyan 

D) Mango

Question 10 

Which popular cultural event is organized on the evening of Ugadi? 

A) Mushaira  

B)  Kavi Sammelanam

C) Qawwali 

D) Harikatha

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Solution

Question 1: B)  

Question 2: B) 

Question 3: C) 

Question 4: C) 

Question 5: C)

Question 6: D) 

Question 7: B) 

Question 8: C)  

Question 9: D)  

Question 10:B) 

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