Correct option is D
Ans. (d)
The Tejaji Fair is held at Parbatsar in Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is organized in honor of Veer Tejaji, a folk deity worshipped as a protector against snakebites and a symbol of bravery and sacrifice.
The fair takes place on Bhadrapada Shukla Dashami (10th day of Bhadrapada month) and attracts thousands of devotees, particularly from rural Rajasthan. People offer prayers at Tejaji temples and seek his blessings for protection from snakebites.
Information Booster
· The largest Tejaji Fair is held at Parbatsar (Nagaur).
· He is worshipped as a guardian deity against snakebites.
· The fair includes cattle trading, cultural programs, and religious ceremonies.
· Folk singers narrate the life of Tejaji through songs and ballads.
Additional Knowledge
1. Gothmangalod – Incorrect
· Not a major site for the Tejaji Fair.
2. Degana – Incorrect
· Located in Nagaur district, but not the main site of the fair.
3. Merta – Incorrect
· Known for Meera Bai’s birthplace and religious significance, but not the main Tejaji Fair site.
4. Parbatsar – Correct
· The most famous Tejaji Fair is organized here.
· Located in Nagaur district.