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Navratri
Navratri is observed across India through diverse traditions dedicated to the Goddess, including worship, fasting, music, dance and regional celebrations.
Key points
- Observed over nine nights
- Takes diverse regional forms
- Includes traditions such as garba, dandiya and devotional worship
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India
India, also known as Bharat, is a diverse constitutional republic with a civilisational heritage extending across millennia and a modern democratic, scientific and cultural presence of global significance.
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- [1] Indian Culture Portal — Indian Culture Portal, Ministry of Culture, Government of India Government Portal View source
Last verified: 25/10/2026