Indian Festivals MCQ — 2 Practice Questions with Answers

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Q1. On Makar Sankranti 2026, into which zodiac sign did the Sun (Surya Dev) transit?

A Aries (Mesha)

B Cancer (Karka)

C Capricorn (Makar) Correct

D Leo (Simha)

Explanation

Makar Sankranti 2026 marks the solar transition of Surya Dev into the Capricorn (Makar) sign, occurring on January 14, 2026 at 3:13 PM. It signifies Uttarayan, the northward journey of the Sun.

Q2. Under which Act did Uttar Pradesh declare January 15, 2026 a public holiday for Makar Sankranti Punya Kaal?

A Holidays Act, 1958

B Public Holidays Act, 1968

C Indian Holidays Act, 1947

D Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 Correct

Explanation

Uttar Pradesh declared January 15, 2026 a public holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, since the Punya Kaal Muhurat fell from sunrise to 1:00 PM that day rather than on January 14.

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