Which tribe is associated with the Bihu festival?

Dimasa
Tiwa (Lalung)
Deori
Sonowal Kachari

The correct answer is: a) Dimasa

The Bihu festival is a major Assamese festival celebrated in the Indian state of Assam. It is a harvest festival and is celebrated in three different seasons: Rongali Bihu (spring), Bohag Bihu (summer), and Kati Bihu (autumn).

The Dimasa are an ethnic group native to the Dima Hasao district of Assam. They are one of the major tribes in Assam and are known for their rich culture and traditions. The Bihu festival is one of the most important festivals of the Dimasa people and is celebrated with great pomp and show.

The Bihu festival is a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate the harvest. It is also a time for young people to meet and socialize. The festival is marked by singing, dancing, and feasting.

The Bihu festival is a vibrant and colorful festival that is a must-see for anyone visiting Assam.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • The Tiwa (Lalung) are an ethnic group native to the Karbi Anglong district of Assam. They are one of the major tribes in Assam and are known for their rich culture and traditions. The Bihu festival is not one of the most important festivals of the Tiwa people.
  • The Deori are an ethnic group native to the Dibrugarh district of Assam. They are one of the major tribes in Assam and are known for their rich culture and traditions. The Bihu festival is not one of the most important festivals of the Deori people.
  • The Sonowal Kachari are an ethnic group native to the Sonitpur district of Assam. They are one of the major tribes in Assam and are known for their rich culture and traditions. The Bihu festival is not one of the most important festivals of the Sonowal Kachari people.