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- Vishu
- Chhath
- Janmashtami
- Navratri
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Correct answer: A. Vishu
Vishu is the New Year festival of Kerala, listed with Ugadi, Bihu and Puthandu.
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Which Rajasthan fair is among the world's largest cattle and livestock markets?
- Surajkund Mela
- Kumbh Mela
- Sonepur Fair
- Pushkar Fair
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Correct answer: D. Pushkar Fair
The Pushkar Fair of Rajasthan is one of the world's largest markets of cattle and livestock.
Which Article directs the state to prohibit slaughter of milch and draught cattle?
- Article 48
- Article 44
- Article 51A
- Article 21
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Correct answer: A. Article 48
Article 48, a Directive Principle, asks the state to prohibit slaughter of cattle and calves.
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