In which of the following fair in Uttarakhand the stone pelting (stone warfare) is prevalent?

Kandali Mahotsav (festival)
Uttarayani fair
Devidhura fair
Nandadevi fair

The correct answer is (c), Devidhura fair.

The Devidhura fair is a Hindu festival that takes place in the village of Devidhura in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. The fair is held every year in the month of April or May, and it is dedicated to the goddess Durga.

One of the main attractions of the Devidhura fair is the stone pelting (stone warfare) that takes place between the two villages of Devidhura and Dharchula. The stone pelting is a centuries-old tradition, and it is believed to be a way of appeasing the goddess Durga.

The stone pelting is a dangerous activity, and it has resulted in injuries and deaths in the past. However, the villagers continue to participate in the tradition, as they believe that it is necessary to ensure the well-being of their community.

The other options are incorrect because they do not involve stone pelting.

(a) Kandali Mahotsav is a Hindu festival that takes place in the village of Kandali in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India. The festival is held every year in the month of January, and it is dedicated to the god Shiva.

(b) Uttarayani fair is a Hindu festival that takes place in the village of Uttarayani in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India. The fair is held every year in the month of January, and it is dedicated to the goddess Surya.

(d) Nandadevi fair is a Hindu festival that takes place in the village of Nanda Devi in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. The fair is held every year in the month of May, and it is dedicated to the goddess Nanda Devi.