For both Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, the new year begins in the month of Chaitra. In Andhra it is called Ugadi. By what name is it referred to in Maharashtra?

Correct option is C

(c) Gudi Padwa

Gudi Padwa is the New Year festival celebrated in Maharashtra, while Ugadi is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.

• Gudi Padwa falls on the first day of Chaitra (March-April).
• It marks the beginning of the Hindu lunar calendar and the spring season.
• The Gudi (flag-like structure) is hoisted outside homes, symbolizing victory and prosperity.
• Maharashtrians prepare Puran Poli and Shrikhand on this day.

Information Booster:

1. Ugadi (Andhra, Karnataka): Same as Gudi Padwa but with regional differences.
2. Baisakhi (Punjab): Sikh New Year and harvest festival, usually on April 13 or 14.
3. Lavani (Maharashtra): A traditional dance form, not a festival.
4. Bhau Beej (Maharashtra): Celebrated after Diwali, honoring brother-sister relationships.
5. Gudi Padwa is linked to the coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Additional Information:

• Lavani (option a): Dance form of Maharashtra.
• Baisakhi (option b): Sikh and Punjabi festival.