The Konark Dance Festival (KDF) has been held at Konark since 1986 between ___________ every year.

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) 1st and 5th December.
· The Konark Dance Festival is an annual cultural extravaganza held at the Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha, from December 1st to 5th.
· Established in 1986, the festival celebrates India's rich heritage of classical dance forms, including Odissi, Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, and Mohiniyattam, performed by renowned artists from across the country.
· The festival takes place against the backdrop of the Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Facts to remember:
· The Konark Sun Temple, located in Konark, Odisha, is an architectural marvel and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
· It is dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya.
· It was built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty.
· The temple is designed in the shape of a colossal chariot, with twelve pairs of intricately carved stone wheels and seven horses.
· Jagannath Ratha Yatra is the famous festival of Odisha.