Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following Indian festivals celebrates the death of the demon king Ravana at the hands of Lord Rama?

Options:

Navratri

Dussehra

Diwali

Holi

Correct Answer:

Dussehra

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Dussehra

The festival that celebrates the death of the demon king Ravana at the hands of Lord Rama is Dussehra.

  • Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the victory of good over evil.
  • Ravana kidnapped Rama's wife Sita, and Rama, an avatar of Vishnu, defeated Ravana to rescue her.
  • The festival is celebrated with effigies of Ravana being burnt, signifying the triumph of good.