Thousands gather for Hare Krishna festival

The Radha Yatra parade is a 5,000-year-old Indian festival celebrating Krishna's visit to his birthplace. It features vibrant activities like coconut smashing, traditional dance, and free food. Originally unknown outside India, the Hare Krishna Society popularized it globally. In London, the festival includes a chariot procession to Trafalgar Square, aiming to become a major carnival.

What is the primary purpose of the Radha Yatra parade?

• To celebrate the Indian New Year

• To commemorate Krishna's visit to his birthplace

• To honor the Indian independence

• To mark the beginning of the harvest season

Which activity marks the beginning of the Radha Yatra festival?

• Lighting of lamps

• Offering flowers

• Smashing of coconuts

• Singing traditional songs

What type of cultural displays are featured in the Radha Yatra festival?

• Modern art exhibitions

• Western music concerts

• International food stalls

• Traditional Indian dance and drama

Who introduced the Radha Yatra festival to the global stage?

• The Indian government

• A group of Indian expatriates

• The founder of the Hare Krishna Society

• The United Nations

What is the ultimate goal of the UK branch of the Hare Krishna Society regarding the Radha Yatra festival?

• To surpass Notting Hill as London's most popular carnival

• To make it a national holiday

• To host it in every European city

• To make it a week-long event