Question 1

In May 2026, which Hindu festival, signifying 'never diminishing' prosperity, falls on April 19th-20th and is considered highly auspicious for purchasing gold?

Accepted Answer

Akshaya Tritiya

Question 2

Buddha Purnima in May 2026 commemorates significant events in the life of Gautama Buddha. Which of these events is NOT traditionally associated with Buddha Purnima?

Accepted Answer

His ascension to heaven

Question 3

Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a major Islamic holiday. In May 2026, it is tentatively scheduled to be observed starting on which date?

Accepted Answer

May 27th

Question 4

Which state-specific observances coincide with Buddha Purnima on May 1, 2026, in India?

Accepted Answer

Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day

Question 5

The Tithi for Akshaya Tritiya in 2026 begins on April 19th at 10:49 AM and ends on April 20th at what time?

Accepted Answer

07:27 AM

Question 6

Buddha Purnima in 2026 marks Mahatma Buddha's 2588th birth anniversary. This observance falls on which day of the week?

Accepted Answer

Friday

Question 7

Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) in 2026 is a tentative holiday. Which other significant Islamic event concludes with this observance?

Accepted Answer

The Hajj pilgrimage

Question 8

According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Buddha is revered as the ninth avatar of which deity?

Accepted Answer

Lord Vishnu

Question 9

For Akshaya Tritiya 2026, the most favorable window for purchasing gold is stated to be from 10:49 AM on April 19th to approximately what time on April 20th?

Accepted Answer

05:51 AM

Question 10

Which of the following festivals in May 2026 is also known as Vesak in some Southeast Asian countries?

Accepted Answer

Buddha Purnima

Question 11

In 2026, which of these days is NOT listed as a public holiday in May in India, despite being a significant observance?

Accepted Answer

Akshaya Tritiya

Question 12

The Purnima Tithi for Buddha Purnima 2026 begins on April 30th at 9:12 PM and ends on May 1st at what time?

Accepted Answer

10:52 PM

Question 13

Which major Islamic holiday in May 2026 commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son?

Accepted Answer

Eid al-Adha

Question 14

Banks in India will remain closed on May 1, 2026, for multiple reasons. Which of these is NOT a reason for bank closure on that day?

Accepted Answer

Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti

Question 15

Akshaya Tritiya is considered an 'Abujh Muhurat'. What does this term signify in traditional Indian astrology?

Accepted Answer

A day that is inherently favorable for starting new projects without checking specific timings

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