Q. What is the Harela festival associated with?
Answer: Plantation of saplings
Notes: Harela is a traditional festival of Uttarakhand celebrated in the Kumaon region during Shravan. It marks the start of the monsoon and sowing cycle. The festival involves planting saplings as a ritual to promote environmental conservation. It is linked to greenery, good harvests, and worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.