GK QUESTION#419
Which of the following is true about the Gudi Padwa festival? 1. It marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year based on the lunisolar calendar. 2. The term Gudi refers to a sacred scripture recited on this day. 3. Traditionally, celebrations begin with the consumption of sweets for good luck.
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D. Only 1
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Gudi Padwa marks the beginning of the Hindu lunisolar New Year on the first day of Chaitra. The Gudi is a victory flag (not a scripture), and the ritual begins with neem–jaggery, not sweets alone.