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GK QUESTION#436

What is a unique cultural element of the Salhesh Festival?

  1. ADramatic retelling of Salhesh legends by a Bhagat and ManariasCorrect answer
  2. BRitual prayers offered by monks for good harvest
  3. CFolk songs dedicated to river deities
  4. DMartial dance of tribal chiefs with swords
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A. Dramatic retelling of Salhesh legends by a Bhagat and Manarias

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Salhesh is the chief deity of the Dusadh Dalit community. The Salhesh festival, celebrated in Mithila (Bihar) during Shravan, gives identity and unity to the community. Rituals are led by a priest (Bhagat) and include music, dance, and enactment of Salhesh legends. The festival ends with offerings of terracotta horse-riders to the deity.

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