Bihula Festival is celebrated especially in which one of the following districts in Bihar, usually in the month of August each ye…

Bihar Studies ·Previously asked in BPSC CCE 2024

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Question

Bihula Festival is celebrated especially in which one of the following districts in Bihar, usually in the month of August each year?

  1. A. Bhagalpur (Correct answer)
  2. B. Patna
  3. C. Sitamarhi
  4. D. Darbhanga

Correct Answer

Option A — Bhagalpur

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Bhagalpur.

Key Points

  • The Bihula festival is celebrated especially in the Bhagalpur region of Bihar, usually in the month of August.
  • It is associated with the folk legend of Bihula and Bishahari (Manasa, the serpent goddess) and is centred on the worship of the snake goddess for protection from snakebite and for the well-being of the family.
  • The festival reflects the rich folk culture and Angika traditions of the Anga region (Bhagalpur).

Additional Information

  • Bhagalpur, historically the land of Anga, has a distinct cultural identity, and Bihula-Bishahari is one of its most important local festivals — making option (A) correct.