Paryushana festival is celebrated by the people of which…

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Paryushana festival is celebrated by the people of which of the following communities?

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Question & Answer (English)

Paryushana festival is celebrated by the people of which of the following communities?

  1. Jain — Correct Answer
  2. Hindu
  3. Muslim
  4. Sikh
Explanation:

Paryushana is the most important annual holy event for Jains.

  • It is celebrated for self-purification and spiritual upliftment.
  • The festival lasts for 8 to 10 days and usually falls in August or September.
  • During this time, Jains increase their level of spiritual intensity often through fasting and prayer.

प्रश्न एवं उत्तर (हिंदी)

पर्युषण पर्व निम्नलिखित में से किस समुदाय के लोगों द्वारा मनाया जाता है?

  1. जैन — सही उत्तर
  2. हिंदू
  3. मुस्लिम
  4. सिख
स्पष्टीकरण:

पर्युषण पर्व जैन धर्म के लोगों द्वारा मनाया जाने वाला सबसे महत्वपूर्ण त्योहार है।

  • यह पर्व आत्म-शुद्धि और आध्यात्मिक उत्थान के लिए मनाया जाता है।
  • इसे 'पर्वों का राजा' भी कहा जाता है। यह भाद्रपद मास (आमतौर पर अगस्त-सितंबर) में आता है।
  • इस दौरान जैन समुदाय के लोग उपवास, पूजा और ध्यान करते हैं और अपनी गलतियों के लिए क्षमा मांगते हैं (मिच्छामी दुक्कड़म)।

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