Correct option is B
The answer is (b) The agricultural festival celebrated by the Galo tribe in Arunachal Pradesh is called "Mopin."
· Mopin is one of the most important festivals of the Galo tribe in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is primarily an agricultural festival celebrated to mark the end of the sowing season and seek blessings from deities for a good harvest. The festival is usually observed in the month of April every year.
· During Mopin, the Galo people engage in various traditional rituals, cultural activities, and perform vibrant dances to express their gratitude to the gods and ancestors for a bountiful harvest and seek their blessings for prosperity and well-being in the coming year.
Some key features of the Mopin festival include:
1. The festival begins with the sacrifice of a Mithun (a type of cattle) as an offering to the gods, and prayers are conducted to seek blessings for the community's welfare and agricultural prosperity.
2. Colorful and energetic folk dances are an essential part of the Mopin celebrations. People dress in traditional attire and perform various dance forms to the beats of traditional musical instruments.
3. The festival is also marked by feasting and sharing meals with family, friends, and the community. Traditional Galo dishes are prepared and enjoyed together.