Nowruz is popularly known as the new year of which religious group/community?

Correct option is D

• Nowruz is celebrated as the New Year by the Parsi community, who follow the Zoroastrian religion.
• It marks the beginning of the spring equinox (usually around March 21), symbolizing renewal, growth, and new beginnings.
• The festival has roots in ancient Persian culture and Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest religions.

Information booster:

• Sikhism: Sikhs celebrate Vaisakhi as their New Year, which typically falls in April and marks the harvest season in Punjab.

•  Buddhism: Buddhists celebrate the Buddhist New Year, which varies depending on regional traditions (e.g., Theravada Buddhists celebrate it in April).

•  Muslim: Muslims observe their New Year based on the Islamic lunar calendar, beginning with the month of Muharram.

Additional Knowledge:

• Nowruz:

  • Originates from Persian culture and the Zoroastrian faith.
  • Celebrated by the Parsi community and people in Iran, Central Asia, and parts of the Middle East.
  • Symbolizes renewal and harmony with nature.