Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
(A) Onam
(B) Pongal
(C) Natuanjali
(D) Hampi
Question Asked : SSC CGL Tier-I CBE Exam 2017
Explanation : Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term ‘Jallikattu’ is derived from the Tamil words ‘Jalli’ (gold or silver coins) and ‘Kattu’ (means ‘tied’).
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