1. When is Navratri in 2024?

         Navratri 2024 will commence on Thursday, 3 October 2024, and conclude with Vijaya Dashami on Saturday, 12 October 2024

     2. What is the spiritual significance of Navratri?

          The significance of Navratri is offering devotion to Goddess Amba (Durga), who is believed to exist in many forms. These Goddesses are believed to be known as "Shakti" as the tales narrate their power over killing of demons.

    3. What Happens During Navratri?

         The legend associated with Navratri speaks about the great battle between the powerful demon Mahishasura and Goddess Durga. Each year, on each day of Navratri, an incarnation of “Goddess Durga” is worshiped to celebrate the day of her victory over Mahishasura, and the ultimate victory of 'Good over Evil.”

   4. Which color to wear on Navratri 2024?

      The nine Navratri colors for Chaitra Navratri include - Red, Royal blue, Yellow, Green, Grey, Orange, White, Pink and Sky blue. However, these colors and dresses are blessed with divine grace, spiritual enlightenment and success.

   5. Why do we Celebrate Dussehra After Navratri?

       Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is celebrated after the nine-day festival of Navratri to mark the end of the festival and to celebrate the victory of good over evil

    6. Which dress is best for Navratri 2024?

         The Chaniya choli for Navratri is the most popular women's Garba dress for Navratri nights. It comprises a kalidaar Lehenga or Chaniya, embellished with cultural decorations like stones, sequins, gota, Bandhani work, kaudis (shell), mirror-work, etc.  and a choli which is a small, crop-top-like blouse.

    7. What is a garba skirt or garba lehenga called?

         Traditionally, women wear chaniya choli—a traditional Gujarati three-piece outfit comprising choli (a blouse), a chaniya (long flared skirt), and an embellished dupatta (long scarf). Chaniya cholis are paired with glittering bangles, payals (ankle bracelets), necklaces, and belts.

    8. How to style for Navratri 2024?

        Pair a traditional Navratri chaniya choli with an embellished belt and long jhumkas to get a stylish look and keep the dupatta intact while dancing.

    9. Can I wear black for Navratri 2024 ?

       While there's no strict rule against wearing black, it's often avoided during auspicious occasions because of its association with sorrow and negativity. However, you can pair black with another color to balance it out. Following the color code for the nine festive days isn't mandatory, but incorporating these colors is believed to bring good fortune during this time.

    10. Can we wear lehenga in Navratri 2024?

    Navratri is all about celebrating the traditional culture of India, so it's best to stick to traditional outfits like Navratri chaniya choli, Navratri dress, Ghagra choli Navratri, garba lehenga, lehenga-choli, kurtis, salwar-kameez, or plus-size Indian ethnic dresses. These outfits not only look great but are also comfortable to wear during Garba.

   11. What is Garba?

      Garba is a traditional folk dance from Gujarat, performed during the Navratri festival wearing garba lehenga by women and kurta by men . It involves rhythmic clapping and circular movements around a central deity or light, symbolizing the cycle of life.

   12. Can beginners participate in Garba?

      Absolutely! Garba is meant to be joyous and inclusive. Beginners are welcome and can easily join in by following others. The dance is more about celebrating togetherness than technical precision.

   13. Is fasting mandatory during Navratri?

     Fasting during Navratri is a personal choice. Some people observe a strict fast, while others may eat certain foods or avoid certain ingredients. The level of fasting varies based on personal beliefs and regional customs.

   14. What is the significance of Ramlila during Navratri?

    Ramlila, the dramatization of the Ramayana, is performed during Navratri, particularly in North India, culminating in the burning of effigies of Ravana on Dussehra, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

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