The Kumbh Mela, occurring every 12 years, is hosted in which set of Indian cities?

A Haridwar, Allahabad, Ujjain, and Nashik Correct Incorrect

B Varanasi, Mathura, Ayodhya, and Prayagraj Correct Incorrect

C Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Surat Correct Incorrect

D Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Kochi Correct Incorrect

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The Kumbh Mela is a pivotal Hindu festival that rotates between four sacred riverfront cities: Haridwar on the Ganges, Allahabad (Prayagraj) at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati, Ujjain on the Shipra, celebrated as Simhastha Kumbh Mela, and Nashik on the Godavari. Each city’s geographical and spiritual significance attracts millions of pilgrims, making it one of the world’s largest religious congregations every 12 years.

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