The correct answer is Option (2) - Telangana
"Bathukamma" and "Bonalu" are two significant festivals celebrated in the Indian state of Telangana, each with its own unique cultural and religious significance.
Bathukamma:
- Bathukamma is a floral festival celebrated predominantly by the women of Telangana. The word "Bathukamma" literally translates to "Mother Goddess come alive."
- It is celebrated during the latter half of the monsoon season, usually in September-October, at the onset of autumn.
- The festival involves creating elaborate floral arrangements, known as Bathukammas, typically using seasonal flowers, leaves, and other natural materials.
- Women sing and dance around these colorful Bathukammas, offering prayers to Goddess Bathukamma, seeking her blessings for health, prosperity, and happiness.
- Bathukamma is not just a religious festival but also a celebration of the cultural identity and social harmony of Telangana.
Bonalu:
- Bonalu is an annual Hindu festival celebrated primarily in the Telangana region, particularly in Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
- The festival is dedicated to Goddess Mahakali, the Hindu goddess of power and victory.
- Bonalu is celebrated during the month of Ashada (July-August), usually on Sundays, for several weeks.
- During Bonalu, devotees offer rice cooked with jaggery, curd, and other offerings in decorated pots to Goddess Mahakali.
- The festival involves colorful processions, traditional music, and dance performances, with devotees carrying the pots on their heads to the temples.
- Bonalu is considered an important cultural event in Telangana, reflecting the state's rich heritage and religious traditions.
Both Bathukamma and Bonalu hold significant cultural, social, and religious importance in Telangana, fostering a sense of community and unity among the people of the region. |
