Karaga, one of the oldest festivals of ____________, is celebrated in honour of Goddess Shakti.

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Karnataka.

Key Points

• Karaga is the festival in Karnataka. It is one of the oldest festivals of Karnataka.
• Karaga is celebrated in honor of Goddess Shakti at the famous Dharmarayaswamy temple in Bangalore.
• The festival showcases the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka.
• It is an auspicious festival of the Thigala community who, according to the popular legend, was part of a mythological army who helped Draupadi in her fight against a demon.
• Draupadi took the form of Shakti and gathered an army of Veerakumaras, the ancestors of the Thigala community.
• The festival is celebrated for nine days with splendid rituals and processions

Additional Information

• Andhra Pradesh: The state of Andhra Pradesh has several festivals that are celebrated in honor of different deities. Some of the popular festivals in Andhra Pradesh are Ugadi, Dussehra, and Sankranti.
• Kerala: Kerala is known for its vibrant culture and festivals. Some of the popular festivals in Kerala are Onam, Vishu, and Thrissur Pooram.
• Tamil Nadu: Tamil Nadu is famous for its rich cultural heritage and festivals. Some of the popular festivals in Tamil Nadu are Pongal, Diwali, and Navratri.