The festival of Jallikattu is mainly celebrated in which state?

Correct option is B

​The correct answer is (b) Tamil Nadu

Explanation:

• Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport celebrated mainly in Tamil Nadu during the Pongal festival, particularly on Mattu Pongal (the third day of Pongal).
• It is deeply rooted in Tamil culture and has been practiced for over 2,000 years.
• Information Booster:

Jallikattu: A Traditional Bull-Taming Sport

• Meaning & Occasion: Also called Eruthazhuvuthal, Jallikattu is a bull-taming sport held during Tamil Nadu’s Pongal harvest festival as part of cattle worship and thanksgiving for nature.
• Key Regions: Popular in Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Theni, Pudukkottai, and Dindigul (Jallikattu belt).

Importance of Jallikattu

Ancient Cultural Tradition:

• Over 2,000 years old, it is both a competitive sport and a way to honor bull owners.
• It is a physically intense sport where participants attempt to subdue a bull to claim a prize; if unsuccessful, the bull's owner receives the reward.

Additional Knowledge:

• Kerala celebrates Thrissur Pooram and Onam.
• Karnataka has a similar bull race called Kambala.