Q. In Maharashtra, what are annual Hindu temple festivals like Zatra called?
Answer: Urus
Notes: In Maharashtra, "Urus" refers to annual temple pilgrimage festivals, similar to "Jatra" or "Zatra." Urus festivals often include processions, fairs, and cultural activities, particularly in Western Maharashtra. The term is also commonly used for Sufi shrine festivals, reflecting syncretic traditions in the state.
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