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Dussehra festival is celebrated in which of the following Hindu months?

Options

A

Chaitra

B

Ashwin

C

Ashadha

D

Vaisakha

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Correct Answer :

Option B

Ashwin

Solution :

The correct answer is Ashwin.

Explanation:
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival celebrated at the end of Navratri every year. It falls in the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin (which corresponds to September or October in the Gregorian calendar).

Key Highlights:
Significance: Dussehra marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, symbolizing the ultimate triumph of good over evil.
Timing: It is observed on the tenth day (Dashami) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the Hindu month of Ashwin.

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