Question : Which of the following is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha?
Option 1: Vesak
Option 2: Maha Shivaratri
Option 3: Pongal
Option 4: Holika Dahan
Correct Answer: Vesak
Solution : The correct option is Vesak.
Vesak is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha. Observed on the full moon day in April or May, it commemorates Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death. Devotees engage in prayer, meditation and acts of kindness, emphasizing enlightenment and compassion.