Q. Consider the following festivals:

1. Puthari – Kodava harvest festival of Karnataka
2. Ugadi Pachadi Ritual – Andhra Pradesh & Telangana, symbolic tasting of six flavors
3. Shigmo – Goa’s spring festival of colors

Which of the above are correctly matched?
Answer: All three
Notes: Puthari is the harvest festival celebrated by the Kodava community in Karnataka. Ugadi Pachadi is a traditional ritual from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, symbolizing life’s varied experiences through six distinct flavors. Shigmo is Goa’s vibrant spring festival marked by colors, folk dances, and parades. Therefore, all three festivals are correctly matched to their respective regions and customs.