Question

The festival Thrissur Pooram is celebrated in Kerala in honour of

• A. Goddess Saraswathi
• B. Goddess Lakshmi
• C. Goddess Durga
• D. Goddess Valli

Hint:

While the physical host temple of Thrissur Pooram is Lord Shiva's Vadakkunnathan Temple, the main deities carried on the elephants are the sister goddesses (Bhagavathys/Durga) of Paramekkavu and Thiruvambady.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Identify Thrissur Pooram.
Thrissur Pooram is one of Kerala's most spectacular and internationally celebrated temple festivals, held annually at the historic Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur. It features grand elephant processions and traditional percussion performances.
Step 2: Identify the deity honoured.
The festival is celebrated in honour of Goddess Durga, with the Paramekkavu Bhagavathi temple being one of the two primary participants. The Goddess is venerated with elaborate rituals and grand celebrations.
Step 3: Eliminate other goddesses.
Goddess Saraswathi, Lakshmi, and Valli are celebrated in other festivals. Thrissur Pooram is specifically associated with Goddess Durga.
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