Makar Sankranti Quiz

Which festival marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn?

• Navratri

• Makar Sankranti

• Christmas

• Pongal

What another festival is celebrated on the day of Makar Sankranti?

• Diwali

• Holi

• Pongal

• Eid

What is the significance of Makar Sankranti in the Indian calendar?

• Lunar transition

• Solar transition

• Solstice

• Equinox

Which direction does the Sun move during Makar Sankranti?

• East

• North

• West

• South

What is the name of the festival that celebrates the harvest season?

• Pongal

• Onam

• Uttarayan

• Diwali

Which Indian state is famous for the International Kite Festival during Makar Sankranti?

• Maharashtra

• Gujarat

• Karnataka

• Punjab

Which sweet dish is commonly prepared and shared during Makar Sankranti?

• Tilgul

• Gulab Jamun

• Jalebi

• Rasgulla

What is the traditional attire worn during Makar Sankranti in Maharashtra?

• Saree

• Haldi-Kumkum

• Kurta

• Lehenga

What is the name of the special food item made with sesame seeds and jaggery during Makar Sankranti in South India?

• Pongal

• Ellu Bella

• Pitha

• Kheer

Which river is considered sacred for taking a dip during Makar Sankranti in North India?

• Godavari

• Yamuna

• Saraswati

• Ganga