In which Indian state is the Flamingo festival celebrated?

  1. Rajasthan
  2. Assam
  3. Manipur
  4. Andhra Pradesh

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Option 4 : Andhra Pradesh
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The correct answer is option 4, i.e Andhra Pradesh.Key Points

  • Every year the Flamingo festival is celebrated to promote tourism at the Pulicat Lake near the Nellapattu Bird Sanctuary located in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.
  • It is a three days festival that is organized during the winter season when thousands of migratory birds visit the region.
  • During this festival, several entertaining and cultural events are organized. 
  • It also provides an opportunity for people to study biodiversity and initiate conservation measures.

Additional Information

State Festivals
Andhra Pradesh Flamingo Festival, Srivari Brahmotsavam Festival, Visakha Utsav
Karnataka Kambala Festival, Karaga Festival, Mahamastakabhisheka Festival, Vairamudi Brahmotsava Festival
Tamil Nadu Pongal, Puthandu Festival, Chapparam Festival, Mahamaham Festival
Kerala Onam, Makaravilakku Festival, Vishu Festival, Theyyam Festival

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