Jagagharas - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   What is ‘Sahi Jatra’?

a. A tax
b. Form of Street play
c. Name given to soldiers
d. A tribe
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Form of Street play

Explanation:

  • The Sahi Jatra is said to be an amazing form of street play.
  • On Rama Navami, the Sahi Jatra commences. These plays depict the birth of Lord Rama.
  • The Sahi Jatra lasts as long for about a fortnight and during the night time several customary Sahi localities also take part in this magnificent celebration.
  • The Sahi Jatra of any particular street begins its procession to any of its competitor streets or to the Balisahi.
  • All members of the take active participation in the Sahi Jatras.
  • The procession of Chandan Jatra commences from Jagagharas only. All the members of Jagaghara the auspicious Narendra Tank.
  • Later on they all go to the Jamunagadhua after Krushnajanma.
2)   What are ‘Jagagharas’?

a. A pot used to carry liquids preferably water
b. Cultural institution
c. Fighters who fight during festivals for entertainment
d. Name given to army during ancient India
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Cultural institution

Explanation:

  • There are many traditional old cultural institutions known as “Jagagharas” in Puri.
  • The Jagaghara where certain activities such as bathing in ponds, playing cards, relaxing, and spending time with friends are done.
  • Most of these activities are carried on by males. The kids and young boys get involved in body building and wrestling, during this course, they stay away from females.
  • A Jagagharas ought to have a temple and a tank.
  • In these temples, the idols of Lord Mahavir Hanuman are worshipped. Lord Hanuman is considered the symbol of celibacy, dedication and physical strength.

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