Sarhul is the main festival of the tribal population of which of the following states?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (D) Jharkhand

• Sarhul is the main festival of the tribal population of Jharkhand. It is celebrated by the tribal communities such as the Mundas, Oraons, and Santhals to worship nature and mark the beginning of the new year.
• The festival signifies the worship of trees, especially the Sal tree, and symbolizes the unity between humans and nature. It usually occurs during the spring season when Sal trees bloom, which is considered auspicious.

•  Assam: Assam is renowned for its Bihu festivals (Rangoli Bihu, Bhopali Bihu, and Kongali Bihu), which are centered around agriculture and the Assamese new year.

• Meghalaya: In Meghalaya, the prominent festivals are Wangala, a harvest festival of the Garo tribe, and Nongkrem, a thanksgiving festival of the Khasi tribe.
•  Nagaland: Nagaland celebrates unique tribal festivals like the Hornbill Festival, which showcases Naga heritage, and Sekrenyi, a purification festival of the Angami tribe.