Thrissur Pooram 2026 Celebrated with Grandeur in Kerala
The world-famous Thrissur Pooram festival was celebrated at the Vadakkunnathan Temple in Kerala with traditional fervor and a spectacular display of elephants.
Key Points for Quick Revision
- Thrissur Pooram is celebrated at the Vadakkunnathan Temple in Kerala.
- The festival was established by Sakthan Thampuran (Maharaja of Cochin).
- Key attractions include the 'Kudamattom' (parasol exchange) and 'Panchavadyam' music.
- It is considered one of the largest and most famous temple festivals in India.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | Medium | 2–4 | Miscellaneous GK including appointments, books, summits, and records appears in SSC. |
| State PCS / PSC | Medium | 3–5 | Miscellaneous GK is tested across all state exam categories. |
| UPSC / State PCS | Low | 2–5 | UPSC focuses on depth, not breadth. General items are tested only when they have policy relevance. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Appointments: new heads of organizations, ministries, and international bodies
- Books and authors in the news — especially by current heads of state or notable personalities
- First-ever achievements: India's firsts, world firsts, records broken
- Summits and their dates, venue, and key declarations
- Obituaries: notable personalities, their field, and contribution
Practice Questions
Q1. In which state is the Thrissur Pooram festival celebrated?
- Tamil Nadu
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Thrissur Pooram is a major annual Hindu temple festival held in Thrissur, Kerala.
Q2. Who is credited with starting the Thrissur Pooram festival?
- Marthanda Varma
- Sakthan Thampuran
- Ravi Varma
- Hyder Ali
Explanation: Raja Rama Varma, popularly known as Sakthan Thampuran, the Maharaja of Cochin, started Thrissur Pooram.
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