Which festival in Puri is known for its grand chariot procession?

Rath Yatra
Durga Puja
Raja Parba
Konark Dance Festival

The correct answer is: a) Rath Yatra.

Rath Yatra is an annual Hindu festival held in the eastern Indian state of Odisha. It is one of the world’s largest religious festivals, and is known for its grand chariot procession. The festival celebrates the annual journey of the Hindu deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra from their temple in Puri to the Gundicha Temple, about 3 kilometers away. The chariots are pulled by devotees, and the procession is accompanied by music and dancing.

Durga Puja is a ten-day Hindu festival that is celebrated in the autumn. It is one of the most popular festivals in India, and is known for its elaborate pandals (temporary shrines) and offerings to the goddess Durga. The festival commemorates the victory of Durga over the demon Mahishasura.

Raja Parba is a harvest festival that is celebrated in the eastern Indian states of Odisha and Jharkhand. It is a major festival for the tribal people of the region, and is known for its colorful dances and music. The festival celebrates the end of the monsoon season and the beginning of the harvest season.

Konark Dance Festival is a dance festival that is held in the Konark Sun Temple in the eastern Indian state of Odisha. It is a major dance festival in India, and is known for its performances of classical Indian dance forms. The festival is held every year in the month of February.

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