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Which of the following statements about the Baisakhi festival is correct?

1. It marks the harvest season in Punjab
2. It is celebrated only in winter
3. It is a Buddhist festival
4. It is observed during monsoon

Correct answer: It marks the harvest season in Punjab

Solution

Baisakhi is a major festival in Punjab and is celebrated as a harvest festival, marking the ripening and harvesting of crops. It is not limited to winter, nor is it a Buddhist festival. Hence, the correct statement is that it marks the harvest season in Punjab.

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