Class 1 Evs - ODISHA
Festivals
The chapter 'Festivals' in Class 1 EVS introduces young learners to the vibrant cultural heritage of Odisha and India. Students learn about major festivals like Durga Puja, Rath Yatra, Diwali, Eid, and Christmas. This chapter is important for Odisha BSE exams as it helps children understand social values, sharing, happiness, and unity in diversity. Board exam questions typically test students' ability to match festivals with their associated sweets, clothes, or ways of celebration, building foundational social science awareness.
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Rath Yatra
The famous chariot festival of Lord Jagannath held in Puri, Odisha, where deities are pulled in grand wooden chariots.
Durga Puja
A major festival in Odisha where Goddess Durga is worshipped with great devotion, new clothes, and pandal hopping.
Diwali
The festival of lights where people light diyas, burst safe crackers, and share sweets with friends and family.
Eid
A joyous festival marking the end of Ramadan where people hug each other, wear new clothes, and eat sweet dishes like sevai.
Christmas
Celebrated on December 25th to mark the birth of Jesus Christ, featuring Christmas trees and gifts from Santa Claus.
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Board Exam Info
In the Odisha (BSE) Class 1 EVS assessments, this chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include matching festivals to their months or symbols, filling in the blanks with festival names, and short answer questions like naming your favourite festival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the biggest festival of Odisha?
Rath Yatra is the most famous and biggest festival celebrated in Puri, Odisha.
Why do we celebrate festivals?
We celebrate festivals to stay happy, spend time with family, wear new clothes, and share delicious sweets.
Who brings gifts on Christmas?
Santa Claus brings gifts for children on Christmas.
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