Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Gangasagar Mela.
Explanation:
- The Gangasagar Mela is one of the largest and most significant fairs in West Bengal.
- It is held annually at Sagar Island, where the Ganga River meets the Bay of Bengal.
- This mela is a major pilgrimage and religious gathering for Hindus, where devotees take a holy dip in the confluence of the river and the sea, believing it will cleanse their sins.
- The event attracts millions of visitors, making it the largest fair in West Bengal.
Here’s a brief about the other options:
- Rass Mela: This is a fair held at Nabadwip in Nadia district, known for its religious significance but is not as large as the Gangasagar Mela.
- Joydeb Kenduli Mela: This fair is celebrated in Birbhum district in honor of the poet Joydeb and features Baul music and performances.
- Ramkeli Mela, Malda: This is a religious fair celebrated in Malda district and has significance but is not the largest in the state.
Therefore, Gangasagar Mela is the largest fair in West Bengal.