The correct answer is: a) Telangana.
Medaram Jatara is a major tribal festival celebrated by the Koya community in Telangana, India. It is held every year in the month of February or March at the Medaram forests, which are located about 100 kilometers from Hyderabad. The festival is dedicated to the goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma, who are believed to be the protectors of the Koya people.
The festival begins with a procession of pilgrims from all over Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The pilgrims carry offerings to the goddesses, including flowers, fruits, and animals. The procession culminates in a grand puja (worship) ceremony at the Medaram temples.
The Medaram Jatara is a major tourist attraction in Telangana. It is a time for the Koya people to celebrate their culture and traditions. The festival is also a time for the Koya people to come together and pray for the well-being of their community.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
- Option (a): Telangana is a state in southern India. It was formed in 2014 by splitting the northern part of Andhra Pradesh. Telangana is home to a number of tribal groups, including the Koya people. The Medaram Jatara is a major tribal festival celebrated by the Koya community in Telangana.
- Option (b): Coastal Andhra Pradesh is a region in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located along the Bay of Bengal. The region is home to a number of tribal groups, including the Koya people. However, the Medaram Jatara is not a major tribal festival celebrated by the Koya people in Coastal Andhra Pradesh.
- Option (c): Rayalaseema is a region in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located in the interior of the state. The region is home to a number of tribal groups, including the Koya people. However, the Medaram Jatara is not a major tribal festival celebrated by the Koya people in Rayalaseema.
- Option (d): The Eastern Ghats region is a mountain range in eastern India. It is located along the eastern coast of the country. The region is home to a number of tribal groups, including the Koya people. However, the Medaram Jatara is not a major tribal festival celebrated by the Koya people in the Eastern Ghats region.