Q. Longte Festival, recently seen in the news, celebrated by the Nyishi tribe of which state?
Answer:
Arunachal Pradesh
Notes: The Longte Festival, celebrated by the Nyishi tribe in Arunachal Pradesh. It's unique among tribal festivals as it prohibits animal sacrifice. Instead, the Altar is adorned with feathers and bamboo flowers. Longte Yullo, one of the oldest Nyishi festivals, is celebrated across various Nyishi clans. The Nyishi tribe, the largest ethnic group in Arunachal Pradesh, boasts rich traditions and identifies as descendants of Abutani in the Tani group.