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    In which of the following states is the Marleshwar Yatra held annually on the occasion of Makar Sankranti?
    Question

    In which of the following states is the Marleshwar Yatra held annually on the occasion of Makar Sankranti?

    A.

    Punjab

    B.

    Jharkhand

    C.

    Haryana

    D.

    Maharashtra

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is: (d) Maharashtra 
    Explanation:
    The Marleshwar Yatra is an annual religious pilgrimage held in the state of Maharashtra, specifically at the Marleshwar Cave Temple located in the
    Sangameshwar taluka of Ratnagiri district. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and the yatra is celebrated during Makar Sankranti in January.
    Information Booster:

    • The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in a natural cave.
    • The yatra involves a trek through the Sahyadri Hills.
    • Festival Significance: The Marleshwar Yatra commemorates the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Girija Devi, celebrated annually on Makar Sankranti.​​

    Additional Information:
    • PunjabBaisakhi is the harvest festival of Punjab, celebrated in April to mark the Punjabi New Year and the formation of the Khalsa Panth.
    • JharkhandSarhul is a tribal festival celebrated in Jharkhand to worship the Sal tree and welcome the spring season.

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