GK Quiz on Chhath Puja 2024

Chhath Puja is one of the most revered festivals in Hinduism, mainly practiced in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. It is dedicated to the Sun God with different rituals like fasting, prayer offerings, and celebrations in regard to the energy of Surya. The following quiz looks at the essential traditions and cultural aspects of the festival.

Chhath Puja GK Quiz

1. What is the primary purpose of celebrating Chhath Puja?

A) To celebrate the harvest season
B) To worship the Sun God (Surya)
C) To honor the river Ganga
D) To worship Lord Shiva

2. Which river is commonly associated with Chhath Puja celebrations?

A) Yamuna
B) Ganga
C) Brahmaputra
D) Narmada

3. In which Indian states is Chhath Puja predominantly celebrated?

A) Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand
B) Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat
C) West Bengal, Odisha, Assam
D) Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka

4. On which day of the Chhath Puja do devotees offer prayers to the setting Sun?

A) First day
B) Second day
C) Third day
D) Fourth day

5. Chhath Puja is celebrated for how many days?

A) 3 days
B) 5 days
C) 7 days
D) 4 days

6. Which food item is commonly offered during the Chhath Puja?

A) Kheer
B) Thekua
C) Puran Poli
D) Laddoos

7. Chhath Puja is dedicated to which deity from Hindu mythology?

A) Lord Vishnu
B) Lord Krishna
C) Sun God (Surya)
D) Lord Shiva

8. What is the name of the ritual performed by devotees to stand in water and offer prayers to the Sun during Chhath Puja?

A) Aarti
B) Arghya
C) Pradakshina
D) Dhoop Darshan

9. During the Chhath Puja, the devotees fast for how many hours or days?

A) 12 hours
B) 24 hours
C) 36 hours
D) 48 hours

10. Which color is often associated with the attire of women during Chhath Puja?

A) White
B) Red
C) Yellow
D) Green

11. Which of the following is NOT a customary offering during Chhath Puja?

A) Fruits
B) Sugarcane
C) Rice and grains
D) Milkshake

12. The Chhath Puja begins on which day of the lunar calendar month?

A) 5th day of Kartika month
B) 6th day of Kartika month
C) 1st day of Magha month
D) 10th day of Shravana month

13. Chhath Puja is a festival dedicated to which aspect of the Sun God?

A) Surya's light
B) Surya's healing power
C) Surya’s energy to promote prosperity
D) Surya’s ability to cure diseases

14. The festival of Chhath Puja is observed by people of which religion?

A) Sikhism
B) Hinduism
C) Islam
D) Christianity

15. Which of the following is an important symbol of Chhath Puja?

A) Lotus
B) Conch Shell
C) Kalash (Water Pot)
D) Peacock feather

16. What is the name of the sweet dish made of wheat flour and jaggery that is offered during Chhath Puja?

A) Sattu
B) Thekua
C) Halwa
D) Pudding

17. Chhath Puja is traditionally observed by which community in India?

A) Marathas
B) Bihari and Purvanchali
C) Tamilians
D) Punjabis

18. What is the significance of offering "Arghya" to the Sun during Chhath Puja?

A) It is a way to honor the rising Sun.
B) It is a prayer for prosperity and good health.
C) It is done to ensure rain for crops.
D) It is a means of purifying the soul.

19. During Chhath Puja, which of the following activities is prohibited?

A) Eating sweets
B) Cutting nails or hair
C) Bathing in rivers
D) Singing devotional songs

20. Which is the last day of Chhath Puja when devotees worship the rising Sun?

A) First day
B) Second day
C) Third day
D) Fourth day

Answer Key:

1. B) To worship the Sun God (Surya)
2. B) Ganga
3. A) Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand
4. B) Second day
5. D) 4 days
6. B) Thekua
7. C) Sun God (Surya)
8. B) Arghya
9. C) 36 hours
10. C) Yellow
11. D) Milkshake
12. B) 6th day of Kartika month
13. C) Surya’s energy to promote prosperity
14. B) Hinduism
15. C) Kalash (Water Pot)
16. B) Thekua
17. B) Bihari and Purvanchali
18. B) It is a prayer for prosperity and good health
19. B) Cutting nails or hair
20. D) Fourth day

Chhath Puja is a unique festival that demonstrates reverence, control, and gratitude to the Sun God, Surya. Rituals involved here include fasting for several hours, offering prayers at sunrise and sunset, and symbolic offerings such as Thekua, hence having deep spiritual significance to its celebration. 

Originating on the belief that ancient folks believed the Sun to be their source of life and prosperity, Chhath Puja symbolizes unity and worship between worshippers. It makes one aware of and understand not only the festival but also the cultural and inherent values, which are related to the states of Bihar and Jharkhand in India.