Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

The _________ festival of Sikkim is also known as Bhoomi Puja or Chandi Puja.

Options:

Barahimizong

Losar

Indra Jatra

Sakewa

Correct Answer:

Sakewa

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) - Sakewa

Sakewa is the festival of Sikkim also known as Bhoomi Puja or Chandi Puja. Sakewa is a religious festival specifically celebrated by the Kirat Khambu Rai community in Sikkim. Bhoomi Puja and Chandi Puja both translate to "worship of Mother Earth". These names highlight the core aspect of the Sakewa festival, which is paying homage to the earth's fertility and seeking blessings for a bountiful harvest.