Class 1 Evs - BIHAR
Festivals
The chapter 'Festivals' in Class 1 EVS introduces young students to the rich cultural heritage of Bihar and India. Through simple stories and pictures, children learn about major festivals like Diwali, Eid, Christmas, Durga Puja, and national celebrations like Independence Day and Republic Day. Students discover how families come together, wear new clothes, share sweets, and spread joy. This chapter matters for Bihar Board (BSEB) exams as it builds foundational social awareness, helps children recognize national and religious unity, and tests basic identification skills through simple matching and naming questions.
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National Festivals
Festivals celebrated by the whole country, such as Independence Day and Republic Day, where we hoist our national flag.
Religious Festivals
Festivals celebrated by different communities, such as Diwali, Eid, and Christmas, focusing on prayer, joy, and togetherness.
Diwali
The festival of lights where people clean their homes, light diyas, make colorful rangolis, and share sweets.
Eid
A festival of brotherhood where people hug each other, offer prayers, and eat special sweet dishes like sewai.
Christmas
A winter festival celebrated on December 25th to mark the birth of Jesus Christ, where Santa Claus brings gifts for children.
Chhath Puja
A special traditional festival of Bihar dedicated to the Sun God, marked by holy baths, fasting, and offerings made near water bodies.
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Board Exam Info
In the Bihar (BSEB) Class 1 EVS curriculum, this chapter usually carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include matching festivals with their associated items (like Diyas with Diwali or Santa with Christmas), filling in the blanks, and naming national festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main festival of Bihar?
Chhath Puja is the most famous and widely celebrated traditional festival in Bihar.
Why do we celebrate Independence Day?
We celebrate Independence Day on 15th August because India became free on this day in 1947.
What do we eat on Eid?
People hug each other and eat a special sweet dish called sewai on Eid.
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