Question

Which of these festivals or occasions is also known in Tamil Nadu as Puthandu?
Diwali
Onam
Pongal
Tamil New Year

Answer 1

Tamil New Year is also known in Tamil Nadu as Puthandu.

Explanation:

• Puthandu, also known as Puthuvarusham. This Tamil New year is the first day of the year on the Tamil calendar.

• Tamil New Year is traditionally celebrated as a festival every year.

• It is celebrated every year on the First day of Chithirai in the Tamil calendar.

• This year 2020 Tamil New year falls on 14th April 2020.

• Tamilians follow the ritual of Kanni. In the ritual, people put three fruits on a tray, apart from silver or gold jewellery, betel leaves, money, and flowers.

Answer 2

Puthandu is the occassion which is also known in Tamil Nadu as Puthandu.

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