Thakurani Jatra festival 2019

Thakurani Thakurani Jatra festival

Question: Consider the following statements regarding Thakurani Jatra festival?
1) Thakurani Jatra festival started in Berhampur, Odisha
2) This is biennial festival
Which one of the following is incorrect?
(a) Only (1)
(b) Only (2)
(c) Both (1) and (2)
(d) Neither (1) nor (2)
Answer: (c)
Related facts:

  • On 27 March 2019, Thakurani Jatra festival started in Berhampur, Odisha.
  • It is a biennial festival celebrated in Berhampur, Ganjam district, Odhisa.
  • This month-long festival had started with transportation of Sahasrakshi ghatam representing reigning deity of the city, goddess Budhi Thakurani, to her temporary abode during the festival.
  • The first Thakurani Yatra was celebrated in April 1779. The goddess is considered to be a family member of Desibehera. The hereditary head of the festival is Desibhera, the head of Dera community.
  • Berhampur is famous for its silk sarees and handloom cloth. The Berhampur patta sari and joda (dhoti) has been accorded with GI tag.

Links:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/thakurani-jatra-festival-comes-to-an-end/article7152115.ece
https://blog.forumias.com/thakurani-jatra-festival-kicks-off/