During which religious event in India do devotees take a holy dip in the Ganges River, believing it washes away their sins, and perform various rituals at the riverbanks?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Kumbh Mela.
· Kumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, held in India. During this event, millions of Hindu devotees take a holy dip in the Ganges River, particularly at sacred sites like Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain.
· Hindus believe that bathing in the sacred rivers during Kumbh Mela washes away their sins and helps them attain salvation (moksha). The ritual bath is considered highly auspicious during this time, and many pilgrims perform various religious rituals on the riverbanks.
Information Booster:
Diwali:
· A festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, but not associated with taking a holy dip in the Ganges.
Eid al-Fitr:
· An Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan, not associated with river rituals.
Navratri:
· A nine-night festival dedicated to the goddess Durga, celebrated with fasting and prayers, but not connected to river rituals.